Medical Assistant, Family Medicine & Obstetrics
About The Position
The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area or office. Under the supervision of a physician or nurse, the Medical Assistant assists with patient assessments and treatments, performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection, monitors and communicates changes in patient condition, and documents care provided. The role also maintains medical equipment and supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting, and maintains examination areas. Administrative and clerical duties may include filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. The position is with Wythe County Community Hospital, a 100-bed acute care hospital serving the Wythe County community. The hospital is part of Lifepoint Health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent.
- CCMA, CMA, or RMA license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
- Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient assessments and treatments under the supervision of a physician or nurse.
- Perform basic diagnostic procedures and collect specimens.
- Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
- Document patient care provided.
- Maintain equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
- Maintain examination areas.
- Perform assigned administrative and clerical duties, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
