Medical Assistant - Certified - Spine Clinic

Job Title : Medical Assistant - Certified - Spine Clinic

Description Employment Status : Full timeShift : Day (United States of America)Facility : 2331 Franklin Rd - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.

Requisition Number : R153549 Medical Assistant - Certified - Spine Clinic (Open)

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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.

Make the most of your clinical skills at an organization that has earned numerous awards for clinical excellence. Based in Roanoke, VA, our community-based health care organization encompasses a comprehensive network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices, and other complementary services.

Play an important role with a regional leader that inspires better health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. Realize the advantages of advancing your career with an organization where you can expect supportive leadership, state-of-the-art technological resources, inter-professional teamwork, and innovative learning.

Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members :

Collaboration : Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.

Commitment : Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.

Compassion : Putting heart into everything we do.

Courage : Doing what's right for our patients without question

Curiosity : Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.

The medical assistant - certified provides basic clinical care using technical skills for patients according to established standards and reports patient observations to licensed staff.

The Medical Assistant- Certified

Collects patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint / symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff.

Transports patients through office.

Prepares the patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assists during exams and procedures.

Maintains work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilizes reusable equipment as needed.

Documents patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc. in compliance with applicable Carilion Clinic policies and procedures. Observes all safety precautions and standards.

Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab, labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.

May perform diagnostic tests (EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff.

Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff, provider or mid-level practitioner.

Greets patients and assists with check-in / check-out procedures

Updates patient demographic information.

Answers phones; schedules appointments; and relays messages.

Utilizes automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

May administer oral and parenteral medications.

What We Require :

Education : High School Diploma or GED.

Experience : none

Licensure, certification, and / or registration : 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.

Life Support : AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications : Effective communication skills and problem-solve. Effective computer skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Recruiter : EMILY ALLEN

Recruiter Email :

efallen@carilionclinic.org

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer : We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-beingat Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion :

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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