Certified Medical Assistant - Riverdale

Summit Health; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

FSA

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patients and enhance their experience. You will welcome and prepare patients, perform point-of-care tests, EKGs, phlebotomy, and process specimens efficiently.

The position requires National CMA certification, 1 year of relevant experience, and high standard of patient care. BLS is preferred and benefits include medical/Dental and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Nationally Certified Medical Assistant is required.
• 1 year of experience preferred in primary care/urgent care.
• Phlebotomy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs point-of-care tests and EKGs as ordered.
• Welcomes patients and prepares them for visits; communicates clearly about services.
• Performs phlebotomy and processes specimens correctly.
• Maintains clean treatment rooms and equipment.
• Authorizes prescription refills as directed.

Skills

Patient communication

EKG administration

Phlebotomy

BLS knowledge

Multispecialty care experience

Education

Nationally Certified Medical Assistant

High School Diploma

Tools

EKG machine

POCT devices

Vital signs equipment

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

As a Certified Medical Assistant , you will be responsible for providing patient support and communication and facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build and reinforce satisfaction, trust, and drive organizational loyalty. Accountable for welcoming and preparing the patient for their appointment, the Medical Assistant informs patients of relevant and required information for their visit and provides clear communication around the services they are scheduled to receive.

How You Will Get Things Done:

• Performs point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture/staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities
• Collects and documents vital signs, histories, andscreenings
• Authorizes prescription refills as directed
• Prepares patients, room, and supplies for visits or examinations
• Performs phlebotomy and correctly processes specimens
• Cleans and maintains treatment rooms and equipment
• Other duties as assigned

How You Will Build Trust:

• Demonstrates kindness and compassion in all patient interactions
• Performs quality controls and equipment checks.
• Participate in brand marketing, rotating throughout the vestibule, with a focus on engaging and increasing patient volume.

How You Will Innovate:

• Prepares and administers PO, IM, and ID medications as directed by the Provider, utilizing the “Rights of Vaccine or MedicationAdministration”
• Provides instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet

Experience to Drive Change:

• Nationally Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required (NHA, AAMA, AMT, AMCA, NAHP, NCCT, or AAH)
• 1 year of experience preferred
• Phlebotomy experience required
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers preferred; required within 90 days of employment
• High School Diploma/Equivalency required
• Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care or ER preferred

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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