Medical Assistant - Certified Behavioral Health

Davita Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant at the Outpatient Adult Mental Health Clinic in Roanoke. You will play a crucial role in patient care by collecting assessments, preparing patients, assisting in lab procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation, all within a compassionate and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a physician's office preferred.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification required.
• AHA BLS-HCP Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collects patient assessment data including vital signs and symptoms.
• Prepares patients for provider evaluations and assists in exams.
• Documents patient information in the medical record.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Keyboarding

Education

Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

This position is for the Outpatient Adult Mental Health Clinic at Tanglewood, Roanoke.

Here's your opportunity to work in a challenging and impactful environment defined by compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development. As a vital member of our team, you'll provide technical clinical services and clerical support for the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician or a mid-level practitioner.

• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff.
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
• Maintain work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab; labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.
• Documents patient information in the medical record to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.

What We Require:

Education: Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or comparable military training and experience preferred.

Experience: One year experience in physician office preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions , the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association. May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score. AHA BLS-HCP Certification required.

Other: 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: 152304
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic Psychiatry & Behavioral Medicine - Roanoke
Shift: Day/Evening
Shift Details: M-F
Recruiter Email: [e-mail]
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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