Medical Assistant, Ortho

Valley Health System • Winchester, VA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), the Medical Assistant performs Medical Assistant-specific tasks, assesses patients, and educates them. The position is in the Ortho Trauma PBB department. Specialty-specific assisting training is desired.

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 an American Heart Association-approved program at the Healthcare Provider (HCP) level; new hires must have the appropriate AHA certification before completing orientation.
• Good communication skills.
• Competence in providing care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development.
• Competence in interacting 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.
• Provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Interact successfully with patients according to their special needs, which may depend on the age of the patient served.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Zero-deductible health plan.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Retirement savings match.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting emotional well-being.
• Membership in Healthy U, an incentive-based wellness program.
• Health savings account and 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