Gastroenterology Medical Assistant: Hands-On Care & Admin

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Virginia (Arlington) seeks a Medical Assistant in Gastroenterology to support clinical operations, keep the exam room ready, and assist providers with patient flow.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen preparation, vital signs, and basic lab procedures, along with scheduling, billing support, and updating the electronic medical record. A high school diploma is required; Medical Assistant certification is preferred, and BLS is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a medical assisting program preferred.
• Six months of healthcare experience required.
• One year of healthcare/primary care/office experience preferred.
• One year of medical terminology experience required.
• Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is required.
• Experience in clinical pharmacology is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification or EMT is preferred.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, stock, and prepare the clinical area for patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and prepare specimens for labs.
• Take vital signs and assist with procedures.
• Assist physicians and staff with patient flow and scheduling.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, collect co-pays and payments.
• Assist with billing and update the electronic medical record.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

EMR updates

Patient communication

Billing support

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

EMT Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

VHC Health in Virginia (Arlington) seeks a Medical Assistant in Gastroenterology to support clinical operations, keep the exam room ready, and assist providers with patient flow.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen preparation, vital signs, and basic lab procedures, along with scheduling, billing support, and updating the electronic medical record. A high school diploma is required; Medical Assistant certification is preferred, and BLS is required.