Medical Assistant - Certified, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Employment Status: Full time; Shift: Day (United States of America); Facility: 902 S Jefferson St - Roanoke; Requisition Number: R160317. Medical Assistant - Certified, OBGYN-Jefferson (Open). Summary Make the most of your clinical skills at an organization that has earned numerous awards for clinical excellence. Based in Roanoke, VA, our community‑based health care organization encompasses a comprehensive network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices, and other complementary services. Core Values Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals. Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service. Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do. Courage: Doing what’s right for our patients. Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence. Responsibilities Collect patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications. Transport patients throughout the office. Prepare patients for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures. Maintain work areas, exam, treatment, and x‑ray rooms, as well as labs, in a clean and safe manner; restock supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed. Document patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include updated treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, and more, in compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Observe all safety precautions and standards. Assist with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference labs, and labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician. Perform diagnostic tests (EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff. Assist with referral authorizations for specialists and pre‑authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, provider, or mid‑level practitioner. Greet patients and assist with check‑in/check‑out procedures; update patient demographic information. Answer phones, schedule appointments, and relay messages. Utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. May administer oral and parenteral medications. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED. Experience: None. Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association (e.g., 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 provisional status while awaiting confirmed certification exam results. Life Support: AHA BLS‑HCP required. Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective communication skills and problem‑solving ability; effective computer skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. This job description is only intended as a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those stated in this description. Equal Opportunity Employer Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace. Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers Access to health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training #J-18808-Ljbffr