Medical Assistant - Surgical Specialists

Medical Assistant - Surgical Specialists

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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.

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Graduation from a medical assisting degree/program is preferred.

Six months of healthcare experience is required.

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.

• Medical Assistant Certification or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is preferred.
• BLS certification is required.

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner due to the health system’s commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.
• 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.
• 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.
• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek, one of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region.
• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group.

Living in Northern Virginia offers a lucrative job at a forward‑thinking company plus access to world‑class historical sites, a vibrant café culture, active nightlife, a thriving wine region, professional sports teams, a mild four‑season climate with year‑round kayaking, biking, and hiking, and excellent public and private schools.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

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.