Medical Assistant, Greenwood Primary Care

Valley Health • Winchester, VA

4d • $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 role is based in Greenwood Primary Care.

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) from the American Heart Association as a Healthcare Provider (HCP); new hires must have the appropriate AHA certification before completing orientation.
• Good communication skills.
• Competence in providing patient care using the nursing process.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development.
• Ability to interact successfully with patients according to their special needs, including needs related to the age of the patient served.

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.

Benefits

• Zero-deductible health plan
• Dental and 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 and long-term disability
• Professional development
• Discounts to on-campus dining

What This Job Offers

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