Medical Assistant - Primary Care Falls Church - VHC Health
Falls Church, VA
About the Job
Job Description
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.
SUMMARY
Members of our dedicated care team work directly with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to ensure the highest level of care to our patients. In many practices of our multispecialty Physician Group, our Medical Assistant Care Team members may also be asked to perform phlebotomy, prepare specimens for transport to labs, perform simple laboratory procedures, take vital signs, prepare patients for procedures, assist with patient flow, and provide general support for practice operations.
Excellent clinical and interpersonal skills are required as well as the desire to be part of a team that functions at the highest level.
We offer a highly competitive compensation package.
We promote a healthy work-life balance to include flexible working hours and offer a generous benefit package including health insurance, life, disability, 401K match, up to $5K annually in tuition reimbursement for those who qualify, and more.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Completion Assistant (MA) educational program preferred but not required.
Certification in basic life support through the American Heart Association and knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard required.
Minimum 6 months of healthcare experience.
Phlebotomy skills preferred.
Ability to use a multi-line telephone system and computer program for data entry and retrieval. Understanding of medical terminology is required
Other Qualifications:
CCMAs (Certified Clinical Medial Assistants), AAMAs (American Association of Medical Assistants) and/or MAs certified through the American Medical Technologies (AMT) are strongly preferred, but no longer required.
Qualified candidates must possess excellent interpersonal communication ability, customer service skills, and telephone etiquette.
Must be able to perform in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to organize multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Must present professionally, have a pleasant personality, and ability to communicate positively with patients and staff.
Join our team and unlock your potential!
VHC Health is a 453-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.
OUR COMMUNITY
Arlington is home to the Pentagon and the Arlington National Cemetery.
Fairfax and Arlington Counties continues to attract families who enjoy living near D.C. but desire a suburban lifestyle.
Fairfax County has some of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 91 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.
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.
VERY IMPORTANT!
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