Medical Assistant

Kaiser Permanente; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in an ambulatory clinic. You will prepare patients, perform rooming, collect histories, and assist with exams and procedures under physician supervision.

Clinical duties include basic lab tasks, medication administration per policy, and documenting all care in KP HealthConnect. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program that includes phlebotomy training.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician in delivering comprehensive medical care to the targeted patient population in the ambulatory clinic setting.
• Prepare the patient for the medical examination and perform rooming, history taking, and screening.
• Perform assigned clinical tasks and/or procedures under physician supervision.
• Set up patients for virtual visits and maintain the exam rooms.
• Document care in the KP HealthConnect system and monitor patient flow to minimize wait times.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

Medical Assistant program with phlebotomy training

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

KP HealthConnect

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct physician supervision, assists providers, nurses and allied health personnel in delivering comprehensive, high quality patient care to Kaiser Permanente members.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists the physician in providing comprehensive medical care to targeted patient population in the ambulatory clinic setting by:
• Preparing the patient for the medical examination.
• Performing rooming-in, screening activities and patient histories for the appropriate to patient population.
• Performing assigned clinical tasks and/or procedures.
• Set up patient for virtual visit in clinic.
• Turnover room following patient visit.
• Serve as chaperone for exams if requested by patient.
• Assisting with scheduling follow-up appointments and activities as recommended by the physician.
• Performs clinical tasks and/or procedures appropriate to targeted patient population under the delegation and supervision of a licensed physician.
• Immediately notifies physician or other licensed health care provider of patients observed to be in distress.
• Documents all care given and actions taken on behalf of the patient in KP HealthConnect.
• Facilitates smooth and efficient operation of the clinical department by monitoring the flow of patients and intervening as appropriate to minimize wait times and promote a positive experience for the patient.
• Assists with inventory and requisition of required supplies; keeps exam and procedure rooms adequately stocked at all times.
• Engages in positive interactions with Kaiser Permanente members, visitors and fellow staff members at all times.
• Monitor and manage refrigerated medications under the supervision of the practicing physician.
• Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards; facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.
• Administers medications per KP policy and using the 5 rights of medication administration.
• Performs basic diagnostic and laboratory tests and specimen collection per KP policy and CLIA regulations.
• Assist with routine patient education and self-care instructions as directed by providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Week 1: Mon, Wed, Fri Week 2: Tues, Thurs, Fri

Basic Qualifications

• Experience: N/A.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program that includes phlebotomy training.; High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• License, Certification, Registration: Registered Medical Assistant from American Medical Technologists OR NCCT National Certified Medical Assistant OR Medical Assistant Certificate from American Association of Medical Assistants OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant from National Healthcareer Association
• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association

Additional Requirements

• Completion of all Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant required competencies within the first sixty (60) days of employment, and annually thereafter.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective communication (written and oral) skills.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
• Must maintain certifications current and complete annual CEUs to meet CLIA regulations and/or licensing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of full-time experience as a nursing/medical assistant OR relevant experience OR successful completion of a Kaiser Permanente externship preferred.
• Proficiency in documenting in an electronic medical record system preferred.