Medical Assistant Applicant

Davita Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant - Applicant for a transformative training program. The role involves hands-on learning and responsibilities such as patient interaction and clerical duties. This full-time position offers an opportunity to gain certification while contributing to quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and preferably some healthcare experience, and be prepared to engage fully in training sessions.

Qualifications

• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Life Support: AHA BLS - HCP required within 30 days of hire.
• Must attend all learning and on-the-job training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Participates in educational content and on-the-job training.
• Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures.
• Provides basic clinical care under supervision.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Keyboarding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

***This cohort will include Orthopedics, Family Medicine, and Neurosciences***

The Medical Assistant - Applicant (MA-A) will be actively engaged in the Carilion Medical Assistant training program offered by Carilion Clinic, in collaboration with an educational institution. While working under the direct supervision of a leader, educator, preceptor, and assigned staff, the MA-A will participate in a combination of classroom education and hands on learning. Active participation in this training program, will provide the preparation necessary to successfully complete a medical assistant certification exam. Compliance with all federal, state, and local agency requirements and standards and Carilion policies, procedures, and standards is expected.

Performs significant job responsibilities:

• Actively participates in educational content and on-the-job training sessions at assigned locations, tailored to develop essential skills and knowledge required for certification.
• Study for mastery, all educational content assigned.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and professional development, actively seeking feedback and opportunities for growth.
• Performs clerical and office functions as directed and trained:
• Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures.
• Updates patient demographic information.
• Answers phones, schedules appointments, and receives/relays messages.
• Learns to properly utilize various computer systems and applications, including electronic medical records.
• Performs other clerical duties relating to the operation of the practice as assigned and trained.
• Under direct supervision provides basic clinical services reflecting high quality patient care. Direction may be provided by a variety of leaders, preceptors, certified or licensed staff, and clinicians.
• Under direct supervision provides basic clinical care of all ages according to established standards and learns to appropriately document and report patient observations to certified/licensed staff.

What We Require:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Prior healthcare experience preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration:

Life Support: AHA BLS - HCP required within 30 days of hire date.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must successfully complete orientation and orientation requirements. Must attend the all learning and on-the job training sessions. Effective communication skills in order to work with the public. Computer skills to utilize database systems to perform job duties required. Must be able to problem-solve. Keyboarding required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 152312
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic - 1 Riverside
Shift: Day
Shift Details: Daytime
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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