Medical Assistant 2 Gastroenterology

Inova Health System; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement match

Education assistance

Student loans

Mental health support

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Inova Health Gastroenterology in Springfield is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant 2 for a full-time, day-shift position from Monday to Friday. The role supports patient flow, prepares exam rooms, and assists clinicians with procedures.

Inova emphasizes safety, quality, patient experience, and strong team support. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of clinical practice, and Basic Life Support along with CMA certification at start.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of clinical practice experience.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required at start.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification required at start.

Responsibilities

• Performs general patient care responsibilities including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; recording patient blood pressure, height, and weight; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, collecting specimens, phlebotomy, administering injections, assisting physicians/nurses; preparing patient for examination and treatment; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information.
• Performs pre-visiting planning as indicated by the physician for the vulnerable population as indicated.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities such as sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed; organizing medical records; scanning information; instructing patients in basic testing requirements (e.g., clean catch urine, EKG, phlebotomy, pap tests).
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities such as cleaning exam/procedure rooms; restocking supplies; disposing of expired medications; ensuring equipment is in proper working order; daily checks of equipment; monitoring patient safety; participating in quality improvement activities.
• Communicates problems relating to patients and staff with the practice manager in a timely manner.
• Acts in clinic huddles and suggests improvements to clinic flow; supports quality improvement initiatives.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS Certification

CMA Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Inova Health Gastroenterology in Springfield is looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant 2 to join the team. This role will be Full-Time, Day Shift from Monday – Friday.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience.We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health:offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement:Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance:offeringup to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support:offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance:offeringpaid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules

Medical Assistant 2 Job Responsibilities:

• Performs general patient care responsibilities including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; recording patient blood pressure, height, and weight; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, collecting specimens, phlebotomy, administering injections, assisting physicians/nurses; preparing patient for examination and treatment; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information.
• Performs pre-visiting planning as indicated by the physician for the vulnerable population as indicated.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed. Organizes medical records, including lab results, progress notes, etc. to ensure the provider has all of the necessary information available during the patient's encounter. Scans necessary medical information into the chart readying the chart for the patient's encounter. Instructs patient in basic testing requirements, e.g., clean catch urine, EKG, phlebotomy, pap tests, etc.
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned which may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to protocol; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits; ordering, sorting, and storing supplies; restocking exam/procedures rooms. Properly disposes of expired medications and supplies. Adheres to and employs appropriate sterile techniques and universal precautions guidelines. Follows guidelines for point-of-care testing, EKG techniques, and phlebotomy, as per manufacturer's requirements for equipment. Ensures equipment is in proper working order. Performs daily checks of equipment assuring it is in proper working order. Checks the environment prior to starting the clinic day to ensure there are no hazards in the hallways, no open containers, and rooms are clean and free of debris. Assists with the identification of actual and potential risks to patient safety. Reports patient safety issues to the physician and practice manager in a timely manner. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services. Assists with data collection for quality improvement activities.
• Communicates problems relating to patients and/or staff with the practice manager in an objective and timely manner.
• Actively participates in clinic huddles and offers suggestions to better meet the needs of the patients and the clinic flow. Participates actively in quality improvement initiatives and understands the importance of quality improvement.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.
• Education:High School or GED
• Experience: 1 year of clinical practice experience.
• Certification:Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) upon start & Certified Medical Assistant upon start

About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Info

• Job Identification 692041
• Job Category Clinical Services
• Posting Date 10/22/2026, 02:00 PM
• Apply Before 10/26/2026, 04:0 AM
• Degree Level High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED/HSE)