Medical Assistant Primary Care

Inova Health System • Annandale, VA

7d • $18 - $30

About The Position

Inova Primary Care in Annandale is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant 1 for a full-time, day-shift role, Monday through Friday. The Medical Assistant supports patient care, clinical and clerical workflows, room and equipment readiness, patient safety, and quality improvement in a primary care clinic.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a medical group practice or similar setting.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of clinical practice experience.
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules and patient flow; record blood pressure, height, and weight; escort patients to exam or procedure rooms; assist patients with walking and other needs; collect specimens, perform phlebotomy, administer injections, assist physicians and nurses, prepare patients for examinations and treatment, relay instructions, and answer calls with pertinent information.
• Perform pre-visit planning as indicated by the physician for vulnerable patients.
• Complete assigned clerical duties, including handling medical records and reports, obtaining referral information, completing forms and requisitions, organizing and scanning information into patient charts, and instructing patients on basic testing requirements.
• Prepare instruments and equipment according to protocol; clean rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits; order, sort, store, and restock supplies; and dispose of expired medications and supplies properly.
• Follow sterile technique, universal precautions, and manufacturer guidelines for point-of-care testing, EKGs, and phlebotomy; check equipment daily to ensure it is functioning properly.
• Check the clinic environment for hazards and cleanliness before the clinic day; help identify patient-safety risks and report issues to the physician and practice manager in a timely manner.
• Provide patients with information about clinic services and assist with data collection for quality improvement activities.
• Communicate patient or staff-related problems objectively and promptly to the practice manager.
• Participate in clinic huddles, suggest improvements to patient needs and clinic flow, and take part in quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
• Education assistance up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, spouses or partners, and children.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

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