NRV Urology CMA

carilionclinic; Hillsville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Hillsville, VA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to deliver basic clinical services and clerical support under licensed staff supervision. You will collect vital signs, assist during exams and help document in the EMR, while maintaining a clean and compliant work area.

Position requires a High School Diploma or GED, CMA certification from a recognized body, and BLS-HCP; prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure, Certification: Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national body; Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective communication and problem-solving skills; basic computer skills for electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Collects patient data (vital signs, chief complaint, medications) for licensed staff.
• Prepares patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens and assisting during exams.
• Maintains clean, stocked exam and lab areas and documents in EMR in a timely manner.
• Administers basic clinical tasks and clerical support under physician supervision.
• Assists with labs and basic diagnostic tests as directed by licensed staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Facility: 416 S Main St - Hillsville Requisition Number: R162450 NRV Urology CMA (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Certified Medical Assistant provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support in the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, physician or mid-level practitioner. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served. Complies with all federal, state, and local agency requirements and standards; and Carilion and CMG policies, procedures, and standards.

The Medical Assistant - Certified

Provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support in the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, physician or mid-level practitioner. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served. Complies with all federal, state, and local agency requirements and standards; and Carilion and CMG policies, procedures, and standards.

Provides basic clinical care and performs advanced technical skills for patients of all ages according to established standards and appropriately documents and reports patient observations to licensed staff.

Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff.

Transports patients through office

Prepares the patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures

Maintains work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.

Documents patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc. in compliance with applicable Carilion Clinic policies and procedures. Observes all safety precautions and standards

Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab, labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.

Performs diagnostic tests (EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff...

Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, provider or mid-level practitioner.

Performs clerical and office functions as directed:

Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures

Updates patient demographic information

Answers phones; schedules appointments; and receives/relays messages

Able to utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

Performs other basic technical clinical and clerical duties relating to the operation of the practice as assigned and for which training has been provided.

Administers oral and parenteral medications after submitting proof of appropriate education, successfully completing orientation competency validation and under the direct and immediate supervision of the physician.

The Medical Assistant- Certified

Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff

What We Require:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: None
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, the National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association. May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score. Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective communication and problem-solving skills. Effective computer skills required for automated systems, including electronic medical records.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range:

$18.70 - $26.18 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportuniti