Medical Assistant - Certified, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

7d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support in delivering quality patient care, as directed by licensed staff, a physician, or a mid-level practitioner. The role requires knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, as well as Carilion and CMG policies, procedures, and standards. The Medical Assistant provides basic clinical care and advanced technical skills for patients of all ages according to established standards, and documents and reports patient observations to licensed staff. Duties include collecting assessment data; preparing patients for provider evaluation; assisting with examinations and procedures; maintaining clean, safe, and stocked work areas; documenting patient information in medical records; assisting with laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing; helping with referrals and authorizations; and performing clerical and office functions. The position may also administer oral and parenteral medications after appropriate education and competency validation, under the direct and immediate supervision of a physician.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association, such as the American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, National Association of Healthcare Professions, American Registry of Medical Assistants, or National Healthcare Association. Provisional status may be available after receiving confirmation of taking the certification exam with a provisional passing score.
AHA BLS-HCP required.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Effective computer skills for automated systems, including electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

Provide basic clinical care and advanced technical skills for patients of all ages, and document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
Collect patient assessment data, including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint or symptoms, and current medications.
Transport patients through the office.
Prepare patients for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning them for examinations, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
Maintain exam, treatment, x-ray, laboratory, and work areas in a clean and safe manner; restock supplies and instruments and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
Document patient information in the medical record in a timely manner, including treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Follow safety precautions and standards.
Assist with laboratory procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference laboratories, and labeling specimens with accurate patient identification as ordered by the physician.
Perform appropriate diagnostic tests, including EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, and spirometry.
Assist with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff or a provider.
Greet patients and assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
Update patient demographic information.
Answer phones, schedule appointments, and receive and relay messages.
Use automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
Perform other basic technical clinical and clerical duties related to practice operations for which training has been provided.
Administer oral and parenteral medications after appropriate education and competency validation, under the direct and immediate supervision of a physician.