Medical Assistant (MA), Staffing Pool-Full Time Days

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mary Washington Healthcare seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers by managing patient flow, obtaining vital signs, and handling clinical and clerical tasks. The role will rotate across clinics as part of the MWMG Staffing Pool.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, collecting histories, assisting with exams, handling specimens, documenting in EMR, coordinating follow-ups, and maintaining infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior experience providing clinical support in a medical office setting.
• Medical Assistant certification required at hire.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• Electronic Medical Records experience required.

Responsabilités

• Greets, rooms, and prepares patients for examinations and procedures in a timely, professional manner.
• Reviews charts and obtains required reports, test results, and patient information prior to visits.
• Collects and documents patient histories, chief complaints, vital signs, and other relevant clinical information.
• Prepares and maintains exam/procedure rooms, ensuring appropriate supplies and equipment are available.
• Assists providers with examinations, treatments, diagnostic procedures, and specimen collection.
• Processes, prepares, and routes laboratory specimens in accordance with established procedures and insurance requirements.
• Accurately documents patient interactions, clinical activities, medications, and provider-directed care in the medical record.
• Communicates provider instructions, test results, and other information to patients within scope of training and direction.
• Processes prescription refills and medication prior authorizations as authorized by the provider.
• Coordinates patient scheduling for follow-up appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic testing.
• Conducts Medicare Annual Wellness Visit pre-call surveys.
• Maintains compliance with infection control, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.
• Travels between clinic locations as needed and performs assigned duties within the CORE when travel is not required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

EKG

Injections

Infection control

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

AHA BLS Provider CPR

Outils

EMR software

Description du poste

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant controls patient flow for providers, obtains and documents patient vitals, and performs other patient care and clerical duties. As part of the MWMG Staffing Pool, the work location for this position will vary based on clinic needs.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Greets, rooms, and prepares patients for examinations and procedures in a timely, professional manner.
• Reviews charts and obtains required reports, test results, and patient information prior to visits.
• Collects and documents patient histories, chief complaints, vital signs, and other relevant clinical information.
• Prepares and maintains exam/procedure rooms, ensuring appropriate supplies and equipment are available.
• Assists providers with examinations, treatments, diagnostic procedures, and specimen collection.
• Processes, prepares, and routes laboratory specimens in accordance with established procedures and insurance requirements.
• Accurately documents patient interactions, clinical activities, medications, and provider-directed care in the medical record.
• Communicates provider instructions, test results, and other information to patients within scope of training and direction. The Medical Assistant is not authorized to interpret reports or results or independently dispense medical advice to patients.
• Processes prescription refills and medication prior authorizations as authorized by the provider.
• Coordinates patient scheduling for follow-up appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic testing.
• Conducts Medicare Annual Wellness Visit pre-call surveys.
• Maintains compliance with infection control, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.
• Travels between clinic locations as needed and performs assigned duties within the CORE when travel is not required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification required at hire.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• Minimum of two years prior experience providing clinical support in a medical office setting required.
• Proficiency in basic clinical skills (i.e. phlebotomy, blood pressure, EKG, injections) and knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality required.
• Electronic Medical Records experience required.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

*Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."

Compensation Pay Range:

$20.91 - $29.28