PRN Medical Assistant - Surgical Specialists

Virginia Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in the Washington, DC area is seeking a dedicated PRN Medical Assistant to join their surgical specialists team. This role is vital in ensuring a clean and efficient clinical environment, providing essential support to physicians and patients alike. Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy, taking vital signs, and assisting with patient flow, all while maintaining high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare and a commitment to patient-centered service. Join a team recognized for its excellence in women's health and patient care, and make a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; medical assisting degree preferred.
• One year of medical terminology experience required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical Terminology

Clinical Pharmacology

Patient Care

Healthcare Experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assisting Degree/Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

Position Title: PRN Medical Assistant - Surgical Specialists

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.

Awards & Recognition:

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.

• Awarded the CHIME Most Wired Recognition for 2023 as a certified level 9 for acute and ambulatory services. Organizations designated as level 9 or 10 are considered industry leaders who drive digital change in the healthcare industry in order to create better health outcomes for patients.

• Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.

• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.

• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.

• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.