Medical Assistant - Primary Care McLean

Virginia Hospital Center; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant in Primary Care. In this vital role, you'll ensure a clean and efficient clinical environment, perform essential tasks like phlebotomy and vital sign measurements, and provide support to physicians and staff. Your contributions will enhance patient care and streamline operations in a dynamic setting. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a team that values compassion and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; medical assisting degree preferred.
• Six months of healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical environment is ready for patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy, vital signs, and assist with patient flow.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital Signs Measurement

Medical Terminology

Clinical Support

Patient Flow Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assisting Degree/Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Position Title: Medical Assistant - Primary Care McLean

Purpose & Scope:

The Medical Assistant ensures the clinical environment is cleaned, stocked, and ready for patient care. Performs phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to labs, performs simple laboratory procedures, takes vital signs, prepares patients for procedures, and assists with patient flow. Provides general clinical support to physicians and other staff, answers phones, makes appointments, collects co-pays and payment, assists with billing, and adds information to the electronic medical record.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from a medical assisting degree/program is preferred. Six months of healthcare experience is required.

Experience:

One year of healthcare/medical - primary care/office experience is preferred. One year of medical terminology experience is required. Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is required. Experience in clinical pharmacology is required.

Certification/Licensure:

Medical Assistant Certification or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is preferred. BLS certification is required.