Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

About the position

We are looking for an Experienced Full Time Medical Assistant for our Pediatric Office in Chantilly/South Riding, VA. The hours are 9 per day, 7:30am to 5pm with alternating Saturdays. 8am to 12pm. South Riding Pediatrics is a GREAT PLACE to work offering excellent benefits such as: Paid Time Off; 401k; Health Insurance and Paid Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care for patients, including administration of immunizations, antibiotics, and performs treatments under the direction of the providers.
• Ensures established patient medical records are updated according to practice protocol including progress notes, immunization records, and other information are in place and computer templates are used.
• Participates in a team huddle with the Provider to discuss the day’s appointments and identifies if any resources are needed.
• Greets patients and prepares them for the provider’s examination. Screens patient/parent for appropriate information, and obtains vital statistics appropriate for age, gender, and type of visit.
• Instructs patient/parent in the collection process of specimens and tests.
• Prepares equipment and aids the provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition, adverse reaction to medication or treatment to the provider.
• Arrange patient referrals to specialists, special tests, and/or hospital admissions.
• Provides educational aids and information to parent/patients by telephone or in person.
• Maintains confidentiality concerning patients’ medical and financial information.
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness of exam rooms.
• Assists in care and maintenance of supplies and equipment in clinical area.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required (Associate degree preferred)
• 1 year experience, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice
• Certified medical assistant
• CPR certified required

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays