Medical Assistant - Certified, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Riverside

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke, Virginia, Seattle (VA, MN, WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and innovative healthcare team where you can make a meaningful impact. In this role, you will provide essential technical clinical services and clerical support, ensuring quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include collecting patient data, preparing for evaluations, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. With a commitment to personal well-being and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive atmosphere. Embrace the chance to contribute to a mission-driven health system that values collaboration and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program is preferred.
• One year of experience in a physician office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient assessment data including vital signs and medications.
• Prepare patients for evaluation and assist during exams.
• Document patient information in medical records.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Computer skills

Problem-solving

Keyboarding

Education

Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

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: 152309
Employment Status: Regular Part Time
Location: Carilion Clinic Obstetrics & Gynecology - Riverside
Shift: Day
Shift Details: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (24 hours per week)
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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