Medical Assistant I

Community Clinic Inc.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CCI Health Services in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant I to perform clinical and administrative tasks for pediatric and adult patients under the direct supervision of a licensed physician. You will assist with patient preparation, minor procedures, exams, and education to support efficient patient flow.

The position requires a high school diploma, current MA certificate, and BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience preferred but not required.
• Must have current MA Certificate from an accredited school.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• EMR experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and family in a courteous manner.
• Screen patients and document information in patient charts.
• Escort patients to treatment room, preparing patient with clear instructions.
• Prepare patients for examination and perform routine screening tests.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Assist with medical procedures.
• Perform Phlebotomy, EKG, and collection of lab specimens.
• Educate patients and family members concerning the visit and procedures performed.
• Provide discharge and follow up instructions to patients.
• Perform outreach calls to patients and specialty offices as requested.
• Check electronic outbox of providers and address urgent issues.
• Adhere to safety protocols including infection control policies.

Skills

EMR experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Medical terminology

Strong communication

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

MA Certificate from accredited school

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

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Medical Assistant I

Regular Full-Time Service Worker Silver Spring, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1372

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Position Summary

We are looking for Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative tasks for both Pediatric and Adult patients under the direct supervision of a licensed physician. The MA will assist with patient preparation for exams, minor office procedures, and with the examination and education of patients. The MA supports other members of the clinical team by assuring optimal patient flow, managing a variable and unpredictable patient volume throughout the workday.

Key Functions & Responsibilities

• Greet patients and family members in a courteousmanner.
• Screen patients and document information accurately in patient’schart.
• Escort patients to treatment room, preparing patient with clearinstructions.
• Prepare patients for examination and perform routine screeningtests.
• Measure and record vitalsigns.
• Assist with medicalprocedures.
• Perform Phlebotomy, EKG, and collection of labspecimens.
• Educate patients and family members concerning the visit and proceduresperformed.
• Provide all proper discharge and follow up instructions topatients.
• Perform outreach calls to patients and specialty offices asrequested.
• Check electronic outbox of providers and address urgentissues.
• Adhere to all safety protocols including standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, and other infection controlpolicies.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate, or equivalent.
• 1 year experience is preferred; not required.
• Must have current MA Certificate from an accredited school.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of methods, procedures and protocols, including federal, state and local laws
• handling and disposal of hazardous biochemical waste products.
• Communication skills (including appropriate medical terminology)
• Ability to use good reasoning and judgment to react calmly in emergencysituations.
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experiencepreferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Why Work at CCI?

• Extensive benefits plan
• Generous PTO Plan
• 403B Retirement Plan + Employer matchup to 4%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing education assistance; can be used toward obtaining certifications, renewal of certifications, or possible conference attendance.
• Our providers are insured for malpractice under the Federal Tort Claims Act.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CCI Health Services does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. All personnel decisions are to be administered in accordance with this policy and in compliance with applicable federal and state law, including, but not limited to, decisions regarding recruitment, selection, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, lay-offs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs.

The CEO & President of CCI and all managerial personnel are committed to this policy and its enforcement. Employees are directed to bring any violation of this policy to the immediate attention of their supervisor, Human Resources, or the CEO & President. Any employee who violates this policy or knowingly retaliates against an employee reporting or complaining of a violation of this policy, shall be subject to immediate corrective action, up to and including termination of employment. Complaints brought under this policy will be promptly investigated and handled with due regard for the privacy and respect of all involved.