Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Vitals

Mary Washington Healthcare; King George (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to manage patient flow, document vitals, draw blood, and support clinicians in examinations and procedures. The role emphasizes accuracy, infection control, and effective patient communication.

The ideal candidate has MA certification (or completes within 18 months), BLS CPR, and experience with EMR systems, with a focus on quality care and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must be certified Medical Assistant at hire or have completed a medical assistant training program or two years experience as a MA.
• Must obtain MA certification within 18 months of hire.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• Proficiency in basic clinical skills (phlebotomy, BP, EKG, injections) as required.
• Knowledge of infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality policies.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms promptly and courteously.
• Obtains and documents patient vitals and chief complaints.
• Assists providers with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Draws blood and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Documents all activities in the medical record and communicates with patients as directed.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and confidentiality policies.
• Phones prescriptions to pharmacies from provider orders.
• Assists in scheduling future appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic tests.
• Performs other duties as assigned and does not interpret test results.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS CPR

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Infection control

EMR experience

Clinical support

Education

Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to manage patient flow, document vitals, draw blood, and support clinicians in examinations and procedures. The role emphasizes accuracy, infection control, and effective patient communication.

The ideal candidate has MA certification (or completes within 18 months), BLS CPR, and experience with EMR systems, with a focus on quality care and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.