Medical Assistant (Certified MA) - Urgent Care Center

Company: Ascension Health
Location: Washington
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

We Are Hiring: Medical Assistant (Certified MA) - Urgent Care CenterProvidence Health ServicesWashington, DCFull Time Rotating ShiftSchedule: -Monday - Friday 1:30pm - 10:00pm. Weekend rotation 7:30am-4:00pmJoin Our Care Team! -Providence Health Services in Washington, DC is hiring for an experienced Certified Medical Assistant to support our providers and patients of our highly respected Urgent Care Center. As a -Certified Medical Assistant, -you will be respondible for assisting our providers with the examination and treatment of our patients and you will perform select clinical duties as ordered by the provider. Qualified candidates must be a Certified Medical Assistant, have a minimum of 1 year previous urgent care or medical office experience and must be fully compliant with COVID immunizations including first booster series.Providence Health Services offers a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development. We provide tools and resources to our associates which allow you to proactively manage your physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

• Competitive salary
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits to fit you and your lifestyle
• Retirement Savings with employer match
• Generous PTO
• Rewarding Career What You Will Do: Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider)
  • Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
  • Perform select clinical duties.
  • Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
  • Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
  • Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
  • Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
  • Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
  • May document the provider's encounter with patients.
  • List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
  • Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications. What You Will Need: Licensure / Certification / Registration:
    • BLS Provider obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
    • One or more of the following required:
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Registry of Medical Assistants obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Association for Health Professionals obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Allied Health National Certification and Registration obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
      • Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Education:
        • High school diploma or GED required. Why Join Our Team: Based in the District of Columbia, Providence has provided rewarding careers in healthcare for over 150 years. Starting from its roots as the first hospital in the district, Providence Health System, part of Ascension, offers opportunities for caregivers specializing in geriatrics, chronic disease management, and behavioral health within skilled nursing facilities, urgent and primary care centers. Associates enjoy generous paid time off for work-life balance, a collaborative work environment and professional development opportunities. - Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Providence is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the "EEO is the Law" poster:Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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