Medical Assistant - Certified - Part Time

Medical Assistant - Certified - Part Time

Roanoke, VA, US, 24014

Employment Status Regular Part Time Shift Day Facility Institute for Orthopaedics and Neurosciences Requisition Number 147622

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

The Spine clinic is focused on alleviating pain and reducing disability from spinal diseases using the least invasive, effective approach to treatment.

Every patient is unique and is provided focused care at the highest quality. The goal is to ensure that patients with chronic pain, or neck, back or spine injuries get the care they need so they can live the life they want, without limitations or discomfort.

Here’s your opportunity to work in a chging and impactful environment defined by compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development.

As a vital member of our team, you’ll provide technical clinical services and clerical support for the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician or a mid-level practitioner.

• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint / symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff.
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
• Maintain work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments;

and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.

• Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab; labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.
• Documents patient information in the medical record to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.

What We Require

Education Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or comparable military training and experience preferred.

Experience One year experience in physician office preferred.

Licensure / Certification Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions , the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.

May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score.

AHA BLS-HCP Certification required.

Other Effective communication skills in order to work with the public. Computer skills to utilize database systems to perform job duties required.

Must be able to problem-solve. Keyboarding required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

About Carilion

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships.

A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good.

Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number 147622

Employment Status Regular Part Time

Location Institute for Orthopaedics and Neurosciences

Shift Day

Shift Details Mon-Fri 8a-5p, varying days