Temporary Medical Assistant (MA), Day Shift, AMG Surgical Services

Medical Assistant

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Medical Assistant for our Surgical Services office in Silver Spring, MD who will embrace our mission to extend God's care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing. As a Medical Assistant you will:

• Support patient care delivery by preparing patients and assisting clinicians in the exam rooms
• Accurately documents and records patient examination, treatment, and test results into EMR in accordance with department policy.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, infection control practices, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and enforces safety regulations

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years' experience in a clinical environment required
• Current Certified Medical Assistant/CMA preferred
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) preferred
• Medical Assistant training: sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, medical supplies & equipment
• Computer knowledge and typing skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task and maintain professionalism in stressful situations
• Familiarity with medical office procedures and practice management software
• Familiarity with medical terminology, CPT & ICD coding, and insurance requirements
• Ability to process requests efficiently and promptly
• Ability to abide by HIPAA, OSHA, and Adventist HealthCare policies and procedures

Work Schedule:

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours per Week: 40hrs

Typical Daily Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00AM- 4:30PM

Shift Type: Day

Weekend Requirements: None

Holiday Requirements: None

On-Call: No

Pay Range:

$19.21 - $24.90

If the salary range is not displayed or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

At Adventist HealthCare our job is to care for you.

We do this by offering:

• Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Free Employee parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

As a faith-based organization, with over a century of caring for the communities in the Maryland area, Adventist HealthCare has earned a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Adventist HealthCare was the first and is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County.

If you want to make a difference in someone's life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference.

Join the Adventist HealthCare team today, apply now to be considered!

COVID-19 Vaccination

Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.

Tobacco and Drug Statement

Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious beliefs.

Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.