Medical Assistant: Clinical Support & Patient Care

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA is seeking a Medical Assistant to ensure a clean, stocked clinical environment and to support patient care. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen preparation, vital signs, patient preparation for procedures, and general clinical support for physicians and staff.

The position also involves answering phones, scheduling, collecting co-pays, assisting with billing, and updating the electronic medical record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical assisting degree/program preferred.
• Six months of healthcare experience required.
• One year of healthcare/primary care office experience preferred.
• One year of medical terminology experience required.
• Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard required.
• Medical Assistant Certification or EMT preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, stock, and prepare the clinical area for patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and prepare specimens for labs.
• Take vital signs and assist with patient flow.
• Assist with physician and staff duties, answer phones, schedule appointments, collect co-pays.
• Assist with billing and add information to the electronic medical record.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Medical terminology

EMR knowledge

Clinical pharmacology knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting degree/program (preferred)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

VHC Health in Arlington, VA is seeking a Medical Assistant to ensure a clean, stocked clinical environment and to support patient care. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen preparation, vital signs, patient preparation for procedures, and general clinical support for physicians and staff.

The position also involves answering phones, scheduling, collecting co-pays, assisting with billing, and updating the electronic medical record.