Medical Assistant - Fam Med - Full Time

Valley Health • Luray, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), performs Medical Assistant specific tasks, and assesses and educates patients. Education High School Diploma or GED required Training in specialty-specific assisting desired Experience One year of experience in a clinical setting Certification & Licensures BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Qualifications Good communication skills Competent to provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply, based on age of the patient served FLSA Classification Non-exempt Physical Demands 17 A Medical Technician/Other Technicians/Assistants

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• One year of experience in a clinical setting
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation
• Good communication skills
• Competent to provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development
• Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply, based on age of the patient served

Nice To Haves

• Training in specialty-specific assisting desired

Responsibilities

• Performs Medical Assistant specific tasks
• Assesses patients
• Educates patients

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees