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Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Certified, Family Medicine

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeRocky Mount, VA, USA$18.70 - $26.18In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association is required; provisional status may be granted after providing confirmation of taking the certification exam and receiving a provisional passing score.
  • AHA BLS-HCP life support certification is required.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Effective computer skills for automated systems, including electronic medical records, are required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide basic technical clinical services and clerical support in delivering quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician, or a mid-level practitioner, and comply with applicable agency requirements and organizational policies and standards.
  • Provide basic clinical care and perform advanced technical skills for patients of all ages according to established standards; document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
  • Collect patient assessment data, including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint or symptoms, and current medications, for assessment by licensed staff.
  • Transport patients through the office.
  • Prepare patients for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning them for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
  • Maintain work areas, exam and treatment rooms, x-ray rooms, and the lab in a clean and safe manner; restock supplies and instruments; and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
  • Document patient information in the medical record promptly, including treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, in compliance with applicable policies and procedures; observe safety precautions and standards.
  • Assist with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens and collecting and preparing blood samples for reference labs; label specimens with accurate patient identification as ordered by the physician.
  • Perform diagnostic tests, including EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, and spirometry, as appropriate for licensed staff assessment.
  • Assist with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, a provider, or a mid-level practitioner.
  • Perform clerical and office functions, including greeting patients, assisting with check-in and check-out, updating patient demographic information, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and receiving and relaying messages.
  • Use automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
  • Perform other basic technical clinical and clerical duties relating to practice operations as assigned and for which training has been provided.
  • Administer oral and parenteral medications after providing proof of appropriate education, successfully completing orientation competency validation, and under the direct and immediate supervision of the physician.
  • Collect patient assessment data, including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint or symptoms, and current medications, for assessment by licensed staff.

About the Company

Carilion Clinic

Non-profit health system delivering comprehensive care

Carilion Clinic is a non-profit health care system in Virginia that serves about one million people through a network of hospitals, outpatient specialty centers, and primary care practices. It delivers care via multi-specialty physician teams that collaborate to put the patient first, aiming to improve outcomes and quality of care while advancing medical education and research. Its approach centers on integrated care across a broad regional network, combined with ongoing teaching and clinical studies. This makes it different from many competitors by pairing patient-focused, outcome-driven care with a strong emphasis on education and research within a nonprofit framework. The company’s goal is to provide high-quality health care, improve patient outcomes, and advance medical knowledge through education and research.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$310K
Headquarters
Roanoke, VA
Founded
1976

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