Medical Assistant

Pulmonary Associates of Richmond; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending accounts

Employee referral program

Health insurance

Critical Illness

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

WEEKLY PAY

Job summary

Pulmonary Associates of Richmond is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for our Colonial Heights location. The role includes patient intake, vitals, chart prep, and administrative support in a fast-paced clinic.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year MA experience, EMR proficiency, and can assist with authorizations and scheduling. We offer weekly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year MA experience in a medical practice.
• CNA or CMA training preferred or equivalent.
• EMR experience preferred.
• Vital signs experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant or CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prep charts; preload and scan patient charts into EMR.
• Obtain current vitals, patient history, current medications, and reason for visit.
• Accurately document patient activity.
• Return patient calls for prescriptions and questions.
• Complete provider orders such as DME oxygen setup and sleep studies.
• Obtain prior authorizations for procedures and meds.
• Utilize inventory management to dispense and adjust inventory.
• Schedule new clinic patients and explain policies to patients.
• Send prescriptions as needed.
• Manage medication and ancillary inventory.
• Give injections and schedule testing.

Skills

MA experience

CNA or CMA

EMR systems

Vital signs

Certified Medical Assistant

Education

Certified Medical Assistant or CNA

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Medical Assistant

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 an hour based on experience

Company: Pulmonary Associates of Richmond (PAR) has been around since 1974. That's 50 years of serving the greater Richmond community. We specialize in pulmonary medicine, sleep disorders and research. Our staff cares about our patients and delivers the utmost excellence in quality care and customer service.

The Position: PAR is seeking an enthusiastic full-time Medical Assistants for our Colonial Heights PAR location. Enjoy weekly pay with the opportunity to grow in a team orientated work environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee referral program
• Health insurance
• Critical Illness
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• WEEKLY PAY

Job Responsibilities for the Medical Assistant

• Prep charts; preload and scan patient charts into EMR
• Obtain current vitals, patient history, current medications, and reason for visit from patients.
• Accurately document patient activity
• Promptly return patient calls for prescription refills and miscellaneous patient questions.
• Complete provider orders such as DME oxygen set up, sleep studies, patient follow-ups and other requests.
• Obtain prior authorizations for procedures, medications, and copay assistance.
• Utilize inventory management system to dispense, transfer, and adjust inventory when needed.
• Schedule new clinic patients, explaining policy and procedures to patients.
• Send prescriptions as needed.
• Manage medication and ancillary inventory.
• Give injections and scheduling testing.

Minimum Qualifications for the Medical Assistant

• At least 1 or more years of MA experience, preferably with experience working in medical practice.
• CNA or Certified MA training completion or equivalent education or experience (Preferred).
• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred).
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred).
• Certified Medical Assistant or CNA (Preferred)

Physical / Mental Demands:

• During clinic - standing and walking continuously. Outside of clinic - mostly sitting with some walking and standing.
• Manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, using a mobile device such as an iPad or laptop, and other office machines.
• Manual strength for using a manual blood pressure cuff.
• Ability to carry up to 10 lbs. frequently during clinic.
• Ability to view computer screens for long periods.
• Occasional stress related to workload and physician / patient demands.
• Sitting for long periods of time as well as occasional standing and walking.

Pulmonary Associates of Richmond is an Equal Opportunity Employer.