Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Spectrum Healthcare Resources; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Spectrum Healthcare Resources in Fairfax, VA, is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care at the Fairfax Ambulatory Care Center. The role focuses on routine clinical tasks in an outpatient setting, coordinating schedules, and assisting the clinical team.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completed Medical Assistant training, and a current BLS credential, with proficient English and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant Training program or an Associate degree in Medical Assisting.
• Prior experience in a medical setting.
• Current BLS certification.
• Must read, write, and speak English well.
• Proficient in basic computer operations and data entry.
• U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and determine the nature of the visit; organize patient records.
• Schedule and process provider-ordered treatments and ensure documentation.
• Screen walk-in patients for eligibility and complete insurance paperwork as needed.
• Answer calls within 30 seconds and route to appropriate staff.
• Resolve administrative inquiries and assist patients with information.
• Maintain front desk forms and inventory.
• Assist clinical staff with clerical tasks and retrieve reports as required.
• Type routine correspondence and memorandums as directed.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Medical office experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Training course or AS in Medical Assisting

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Unlock Your Career Potential at Fairfax Ambulatory Care Clinic!

Are you a Medical Assistant with a passion for exceptional patient care? Spectrum Healthcare Resources, in partnership with Kako'o, presents an outstanding full-time opportunity for an experienced Medical Assistant at the cutting-edge Fairfax Ambulatory Care Center in Fairfax, Virginia. This is your chance to work with active military, veterans and their dependants.

Position Highlights:

• Outpatient environment & updated facilities
• Emphasis on work-life balance
• Full 40 hour a week schedule to include a bi-weekly Saturdays. Monday-Friday, 4 day schedule (0630-1700) or (0645-1545). Bi-weekly Saturday shifts (700-1200).
• No on call or Federal Holidays.
• Compliant and appreciative patient population
• Employee status with a full complement of benefits
• Opportunity to give back & care for our Nation's military and dependents

Position Overview:

This position provides medical assistant services in support of patient care and treatment.

• Ensures all treatment requested by the provider has been scheduled/ordered.
• Greets all visitors and determines the nature of the visit. Check patient’s medical records and places patient’s medical record in appropriate location. Ensure third party collection form is current. Ensure all supporting documents in medical records are properly identified.
• Screens walk-in patients for eligibility for treatment. Makes medical identification card and completes third party insurance information and advance directives paperwork, if necessary.
• Answers telephone in 30 seconds or less; obtains identifying information and determines the urgency of the call. Refers caller to appropriate staff member. Takes messages as appropriate. Applies clinic guidelines concerning release of patient information. Transfers misdirected calls to the appropriate number.
• Attempts to resolve complaints of an administrative nature and refers other complaints to appropriate authority. Provides requested information and assistance to patients whenever possible; refers patients to other appropriate sources for information if necessary.
• Maintains and stock forms and inventory needed at front desk.
• Performs various other clerical tasks to assist clinical staff members including obtaining pathology reports, x-rays, or other results from the specialty areas. Responsible for tracking of some reports including logging return of pathology reports in a computerized database.
• As required, types routine correspondence, medical statements, and memorandums as directed by the clinical staff.

Job Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Training course or associates in Medical Assisting from an accredited college.
• Documented experience in the medical field and in work acting in such capacity.
• Have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other staff members.
• Have knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and automated records.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

For More Information Contact:

Amanda Gbenro

[e-mail]

314-744-4193

Company Overview:

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

EOE / Disability / Vet

Location : Location

US-VA-Fairfax

Recruiter : Full Name: First Last

Amanda Gbenro

Direct phone number

314-744-4193

Recruiter : Email

[e-mail]