Certified Medical Assistant-Floater

Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant

(CMA/RNA/CNA/CCMA)

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Position will float between the Norton, VA and Castlewood, VA clinics

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, Weekends Off!!!

Qualifications:

·        .  High school diploma or equivalent

·        . Certification from an accredited Medical/Nursing Assistant program

·         . Current CMA, RMA, CNA, or CCMA certification and licensure

·         . Previous experience in a clinical setting, preferably in behavioral health, addiction medicine, or primary care

·        .  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·         . Strong organizational and time management abilities

·           . Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems

·          . Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures

·          . Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Key Responsibilities:

·         * Assist physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.

·         * Administer medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers.

·         * Perform routine clinical tasks, including triage, taking vital signs, drawing blood, and collecting laboratory specimens.

·         * Support patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing lab specimens; disposing of contaminated supplies; telephone prescriptions to pharmacies; authorizing medication refills as directed by physician; drawing blood.

·        *  Conduct patient education on health management, treatment plans, and preventive care.

·        *  Greet and escort patients to examination rooms.

·          * Obtain and document patient medical histories, current symptoms, and other relevant information.

·         * Ensure patient confidentiality and maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.

·        *  Schedule appointments, follow-up visits, and coordinate referrals to specialists as needed.

·         * Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families.

·         * Manage patient check-in and check-out processes, including verifying insurance information and collecting co-pays.

·         * Answer phone calls, respond to patient inquiries, and manage electronic communications.

·         * Maintain inventory of medical supplies and place orders as necessary.

·        *  Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.

·        *  Assist in the management and monitoring of patients receiving addiction treatment, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT).

·        *  Provide support in behavioral health interventions, including patient screenings, assessments, and follow-up care.

·        *  Prepare examination rooms and ensure they are clean and well-stocked with necessary supplies.

·        *  Maintain safe and secure work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

·         * Serve and protect the physician or health care provider practice by adhering to professional standards, policies, procedures, and all federal, state, and local requirements.

·        *  Enhance the health care facility’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

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