Medical Assistant - Certified - Cardiology Clinic

Overview

Employment Status:
Full time. Shift: Day. Facility: 203 Roanoke St - Christiansburg. Requisition Number: R153317. Position:
Medical Assistant - Certified - Cardiology Clinic.

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 network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices, and other services. Play an important role with a regional leader that inspires better health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach.

Expect supportive leadership, state-of-the-art resources, inter-professional teamwork, and opportunities for innovative learning.

Our core values are:
Collaboration, Commitment, Compassion, Courage, Curiosity.

• Collects patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff.
• Transports patients through the office.
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
• Maintains work area, exam/treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilizes reusable equipment as needed.
• Documents patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include updated treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc., in compliance with Carilion Clinic policies and procedures; observes safety precautions and standards.
• Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, preparing blood samples for reference lab, and labeling specimens with accurate patient  ordered by the physician.
• May perform diagnostic tests (EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff.
• Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, provider or mid-level practitioner.
• Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures.
• Updates patient demographic information and answers phones; schedules appointments and relays messages.
• Utilizes automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
• May administer oral and parenteral medications.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: none
• Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association (e.g., AAMA, AMT, NHA, NRCMA, or NHA).
• Provisional hiring status may be offered once the applicant receives the certification exam letter and provisional passing score.
• Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
• Other
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Effective communication and problem-solving skills; competent computer skills for electronic medical records.
• Note:
  
  This job description is a representative summary; incumbents may be requested to perform other related tasks.

Recruiter: HAYLEY OHL

Recruiter Email: hcfield

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at

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. For individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with the online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at , 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For information on E-Verify: we will provide information about E-Verify policies upon request.

Carilion offers a well-rounded benefits package and resources to support well-being. Benefits available include:

• 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 Virgin Pulse health and wellness app
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training