Medical Assistant - Certified - Neurosciences

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Neurosciences to support physicians and nursing staff. You will collect patient data, prepare for exams, and assist with procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting.

As a full-time role, you will document in the EMR, assist with labs, and coordinate with ancillary services. A HS diploma, MA certification, and BLS are required, with a competitive hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national association.
• AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and computer skills with EMR.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient data: vitals, symptoms, medications for licensed staff.
• Prepare patients for provider evaluation and assist during exams.
• Maintain clean exam rooms and restock supplies.
• Document patient information in electronic medical records promptly.
• Assist with lab procedures and basic diagnostic tests as directed.
• Greet patients, check-in/check-out, schedule appointments.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

## Medical Assistant - Certified - NeurosciencesApply: Fully In-Person: Roanoke, Virginia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 29, 2026 (28 days left to apply): R162527## **Employment Status:**Full time## **Shift:**Day (United States of America)## **Facility:**3 Riverside Cir - Roanoke## **Requisition Number:**R162527 Medical Assistant - Certified - Neurosciences (Open)# **How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:**Make the most of your clinical skills at an organization that has earned numerous awards for clinical excellence. Based in Roanoke, VA, our community-based health care organization encompasses a comprehensive network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices, and other complementary services. Play an important role with a regional leader that inspires better health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. Realize the advantages of advancing your career with an organization where you can expect supportive leadership, state-of-the-art technological resources, inter-professional teamwork, and innovative learning. Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members: Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals. Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service. Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do. Courage: Doing what's right for our patients without question Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence. The medical assistant - certified provides basic clinical care using technical skills for patients according to established standards and reports patient observations to licensed staff.The Medical Assistant- Certified* Collects patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff.* Transports patients through office.* Prepares the patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assists during exams and procedures.* Maintains work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilizes reusable equipment as needed.* Documents patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc. in compliance with applicable Carilion Clinic policies and procedures. Observes all safety precautions and standards.* Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab, labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.* May perform diagnostic tests (EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff.* Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, provider or mid-level practitioner.* Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures* Updates patient demographic information.* Answers phones; schedules appointments; and relays messages.* Utilizes automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.* May administer oral and parenteral medications.# **What We Require:****Education:** High School Diploma or GED.**Experience:** none**Licensure, certification, and/or registration:** 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.**Life Support:** AHA BLS-HCP required.**Other Minimum Qualifications:** Effective communication skills and problem-solve. Effective computer skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.**Compensation Range:**$18.70 - $26.18*Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.***Recruiter:**HAYLEY OHL**Recruiter Email:**[e-mail]**For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.**