Medical Assistant Noncertified - CMG Vascular Surgery/Full-Time Days

Centra Health • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

The noncertified Medical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of a licensed medical practitioner to provide patient support services and office clerical duties. The MA coordinates patient care in accordance with Centra’s Professional Practice model and collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality care focused on desired outcomes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months to one year of medical experience.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) completion.
• Applicants with limited or no medical experience may be eligible for a Registered Apprenticeship program, pending approval from CMG leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatment under a provider’s direction; measure vital signs and interview patients to obtain health histories.
• Provide health promotion and counseling to patients and caregivers under the provider’s direction, establish rapport, and ensure understanding of the plan of care.
• Administer medications and immunizations, provide wound care, and perform personal health interventions as directed by a provider and when deemed competent.
• Perform patient testing, including specimen collection, CLIA-waived testing, blood collection, and electrocardiograms.
• Serve as a communication liaison for the healthcare team.
• Assist with patient scheduling and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate, detailed patient records and charts using an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested; the job specification may be modified or updated at any time.

What This Job Offers

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