Medical Assistant: Clinical Support & Patient Care

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in a busy ambulatory care setting. The role involves assisting physicians with exams, venipuncture, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR, with occasional coverage at other sites.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, with CMA/RMA eligibility within 1 year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• CMA/RMA certification or eligibility may be required within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient examinations and prep for visits.
• Perform clinical tasks including venipuncture and basic tests.
• Document activities in the EMR and maintain patient records.
• Provide administrative and clerical support and telephone screening.
• Float to other sites within the system as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR navigation

EMR software

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in a busy ambulatory care setting. The role involves assisting physicians with exams, venipuncture, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR, with occasional coverage at other sites.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, with CMA/RMA eligibility within 1 year.