Medical Assistant

Lifepoint Health • Galax, VA

10d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant will perform routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area or office. Under the supervision of a physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 60 days of hire.
• The following certifications are required: CCMA, CMA, or RMA.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage with medical plans - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED