Medical Assistant
About the role
Simmonds, Martin, & Helmbrecht of Advantia was founded in 1970, we established a tradition of great medical care by emphasizing strong personal relationships between patients and physicians. Our practice is dedicated to continuing medical education and training, and we offer many onsite services including high definition ultrasound, minimally invasive surgery, operative hysteroscopy, and comprehensive antepartum testing. Our offices are located in Gaithersburg, Rockville, Damascus, and Frederick.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for routine back office functions including the maintenance of patient flow, exam room preparation and turnover, bringing patients back to exam room, taking and recording basic medical history, and assisting the physicians and/or nurse as needed.
- Responsible for retrieving, routing, and assisting with provider/nurse messages in regard to patient telephone calls, messages, and call backs; appointment scheduling; and prescription refills as directed by the physician and/or provider.
- Additional responsibilities include clinical compliance in sterilization techniques, sample medication oversight and compliance, OSHA requirements (if applicable), and any other compliance standards required within the clinical realm of the practice.
- Use of Computers, telephone, fax machine, copier, stethoscope, scales, and other patient care equipment necessary to perform required duties as appropriate to the scope of the practice.
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or General Education (GED) required.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; or completion of a Nursing Assistant program preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Benefits & Compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
- Option 401k Retirement Plan + company provided match after 1 year of employment
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Paid holidays & PTO
- Compensation Range: $21.00-$25.00/hr
About Advantia Health
Please note compensation is based on years of experience. To provide the highest quality patient care available, Simmonds, Martin, & Helmbrecht is partnered with Advantia Health. Advantia is transforming healthcare for all women – setting a higher standard of care and convenience while reducing unnecessary costs. Compassion and value inspire everything we do. We take time to listen, answer questions completely, and offer helpful technology between visits so that our patients are empowered and at ease. Alongside coordinated care, Advantia is pioneering care models that align incentives with the best interests of women and their families.