Medical Assistant - Certified - Radford Family Medicine

Employment Status: Full time | Shift: Day (United States of America) | Facility: 2900 Lamb Cir - Christiansburg | Requisition Number: R158535 How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare 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. Play an important role with a regional leader that inspires better health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. 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 without question. Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence. Medical Assistant – Certified The medical assistant – certified provides basic clinical care using technical skills for patients according to established standards and reports patient observations to licensed staff. Job Responsibilities Collect patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff. Transport patients through office. Prepare the patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures. Maintain work area, exam treatment and x‑ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed. Document patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include updates on treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc. in compliance with applicable Carilion Clinic policies and procedures. Observe all safety precautions and standards. Assist 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. Perform diagnostic tests such as 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; relay messages. Utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Administer oral and parenteral medications as instructed. Qualifications 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 skills and problem‑solving ability. Effective computer skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those stated in this description. Benefits, Pay and Well‑being 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 our Carilion Wellness centers. Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse. Discounts on childcare. Continued education and training. 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. For more information on E‑Verify: #J-18808-Ljbffr