CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Pain Management - Full Time - Sign on Bonus Eligible - NO weekends NO Holidays

Augusta Health•Fishersville, VA

12d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs clinical, communication, reception, secretarial, and operational duties in a pain management practice. Assigned duties are accurately performed and documented under the direction and supervision of a physician, in accordance with the medical model of care provided by the State Board of Nursing. The role initiates implementation of processes and accesses office operational components as required, including the physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies, and locked drug closets or refrigerators. The position provides routine nursing care and assistance with examinations and special procedures, supports patient intake and procedural care, handles specimens and waived testing, administers medications under Augusta Health guidelines, and coordinates follow-up, referrals, and patient wellness initiatives. It also includes routine office and housekeeping duties. The position is full time and has no weekend or holiday work; it is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Medical Assistant certification from a nationally recognized certifying organization.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous physician office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete nursing intake and the visit intake sections as directed by the provider.
Perform routine office duties, including ordering medical supplies, maintaining inventory, scheduling patients, and answering telephones.
Collect, label, and prepare specimens for laboratory delivery.
Communicate effectively with patients of all age groups.
Document all patient care provided and maintain patient safety.
Participate in educational and training programs required by Augusta Health and in staff meetings.
Assist the physician with examinations and special procedures as needed.
Provide routine nursing care according to provider instructions.
Provide pre- and post-procedural nursing care, including medication administration, local laboratory tests, venipuncture, EKGs, and assessment of patient status.
Arrange follow-up care and appointments and maintain communication with patients and families in other facilities.
Coordinate and track patient wellness initiatives, including labs, immunizations, colonoscopies, and mammograms.
Arrange referrals to specialty clinics.
Perform waived testing according to Augusta Health policy and procedure.
Administer medications according to Augusta Health guidelines.
Perform general office housekeeping as needed to keep the office presentable for daily operations.
Accept a variety of responsibilities as a responsible and versatile team member.