Certified Medical Assistant

VA Health and Wellness Center

Certified Medical Assistant

Fairfax, VA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you passionate about helping people and looking to further your career in the healthcare industry? If so, we’re looking for you. Our office is in need of a reliable medical assistant who can provide first-class care to our patients. You’ll be responsible for welcoming patients, scheduling appointments, and working closely with our healthcare staff to take patient histories and help with examinations. Jobseekers should have great communication skills to build a great rapport with patients and have some experience in the medical field. Apply today if this sounds like a great fit! Responsibilities: • Greet patients, handle telephone calls, schedule appointments, and answer inquiries regarding treatment or prescription refills to make sure each patient has a great experience in our office • Talk with the patient about the reason for their visit and record their personal information and medical history to share with healthcare staff • Make sure examination rooms are ready for patients by ensuring they’re well-stocked and at a comfortable temperature and that all equipment is sterilized • Fill out the appropriate insurance forms and document patient appointments, listing all symptoms, test results, diagnoses, treatment instructions, and prescriptions on the patient records Qualifications: • Possesses basic computer skills to complete administrative tasks • At least 1 year of previous experience as a medical assistant performing administrative duties or similar role in a healthcare work environment • Passed Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam to obtain certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or other certifying agency • Graduated from high school or received GED • Candidates must have successfully completed an accredited medical assisting program a supervised externship in a healthcare setting Compensation: $20 - $25 hourly