Medial Assistant - WellMed at Midlothian

About the role

The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in providing patient care at the appropriate skill level. They have a duty to provide a standard of care that meets or exceeds that of a reasonably competent and knowledgeable Medical Assistant. The MA performs duties within their scope of practice delegated by, and under the supervision of, a provider (TX) or physician (FL).

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice.
• Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests), remove staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing and obtains cultures, administers non-intravenous medication, performs simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs.
• Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave.
• Rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patient for examination.
• Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner.
• Covers patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies.
• Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect.
• Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments.
• P practices standard infection control precautions.
• Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge.
• Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO).
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A high school graduate or GED equivalent.
• A current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment. Medical Assistants who are hired prior to receiving their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a "certified" Medical Assistant.
• A current BLS certification for healthcare providers (written exam and in-person assessment) at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Bilingual.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

We’re honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture.