Travel Medical Assistant- Fairfax, VA
About The Position
Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support its Fairfax, Virginia clinic. The Medical Assistant interacts directly with patients and contributes to a comfortable, caring patient experience while helping keep the clinic running smoothly. The role involves clinical and administrative duties, supporting providers, and communicating with patients and the team. The position includes three weeks of onboarding and training: online compliance training at the assigned clinic during week one, hands-on clinical training at the Nashville corporate office during week two, and systems training with the leadership team during week three. The role typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with 8-hour shifts that vary based on business needs. Availability is needed between 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. PST. Weekend work and overtime may be required. Travel of up to 70% may be required as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma and 1–3 years of Medical Assistant experience for Level II; 3–5 years for Level III; or 5–10 years for Level IV.
- For Level V, an associate degree in Medical Assisting and 10 years of Medical Assistant experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Graduation from an accredited vocational Medical Assistant program with an MA certificate or diploma, or military equivalent (Medic/Hospital Corpsman).
- Valid national certification from NHA, AAMA, NAHP, AMT, or NCCT.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers required within 30 days of starting.
- For work in Washington State only, an active Medical Assistant license with the Washington State Department of Health.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability and willingness to drive between work locations.
- Current REAL ID-compliant identification or equivalent TSA-approved identification before the start date.
- Experience with technology-driven medical data-entry systems or related computer data entry.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to pass medical clearance, including an N95 respirator fit test, proper use of required respiratory protective equipment, a tuberculosis test, and either a Hepatitis A/B vaccine series or a passing Hepatitis A/B titer test, as well as other required medical clearances or vaccinations.
- If applicable, ability to pass a federal background check and/or obtain and maintain additional clearances specified by the contract, such as NACI, PIV, SMS, or TMS.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of a team.
- Perform routine, basic front- and back-office duties, including phone work and data entry.
- Assist with patient examinations under the direction of a physician.
- Interview patients.
- Record information in patients’ charts.
- Draw and collect blood and/or urine samples from patients.
- Prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Conduct diagnostic tests, including EKGs, PFTs, and Doppler studies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
