Medical Assistant, Ortho

Valley Health • Winchester, VA

1d • $19 - $26

About The Position

Under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), the Medical Assistant performs Medical Assistant-specific tasks and assesses and educates patients. The position is in the Ortho Trauma PBB department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in a clinical setting or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support), American Heart Association (AHA)-approved Healthcare Provider (HCP). New hires must have appropriate AHA certification before completing orientation.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development.

Nice To Haves

• Training in specialty-specific assisting.

Responsibilities

• Perform Medical Assistant-specific tasks under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA).
• Assess patients.
• Educate patients.
• Provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Interact successfully with patients according to their special needs, which may vary based on the age of the patient served.

Benefits

• Zero-deductible health plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement savings match
• Employee assistance program
• Healthy U incentive-based wellness program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account for childcare
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Professional development
• Discounts on on-campus dining

What This Job Offers

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