Neurology Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Phlebotomy

VHC Health; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Neurology department in McLean. The role focuses on clinical support, specimen collection, patient preparation, and smooth patient flow within a busy neurology office.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completed medical assisting training, and at least six months of healthcare experience, plus EHR familiarity and basic billing knowledge. BLS is required; EMT or MA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of healthcare experience required.
• One year of healthcare/primary care experience preferred.
• One year of medical terminology experience required.
• BLS certification required; MA certification or EMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures clinical environment is clean, stocked, and ready for patient care.
• Performs phlebotomy and prepares specimens for lab transport.
• Takes vital signs and assists with patient preparation for procedures.
• Answers phones, schedules appointments, and collects co-pays and payments.
• Assists with billing and adds information to the electronic medical record.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Patient flow coordination

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting program completion (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Billing basics

Job description

VHC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Neurology department in McLean. The role focuses on clinical support, specimen collection, patient preparation, and smooth patient flow within a busy neurology office.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completed medical assisting training, and at least six months of healthcare experience, plus EHR familiarity and basic billing knowledge. BLS is required; EMT or MA certification is a plus.