Cert. Medical Assistant, Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic
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Job Location:
Danville, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Certified Medical Assistant - Sovah Orthopedic & Sport Medicine Clinic
Sign-on bonus: May be eligible for a $5000 sign-on bonus.
Schedule:Mon- Fri Weekdays
Job Type: In-person
Job Location: Danville VA
Your experience matters
SOVAH Danville is a part of Lifepoint Health. At Lifepoint Health we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality scalability and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team youll support those in our facilities who are interfacing with and providing care to our patients and community members positively impacting our mission ofmaking communities healthier.
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the regions only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents medical students nurses nurse practitioners pharmacists and physician assistants.
Why join us:
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay period as well as tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary:
Sovah Danville is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical support to patients in the primary care clinic under the supervision of the physician. Provides continuity and coordination of care in the outpatient setting.
- Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN including monitoring vital signs possibly taking blood glucose measurements and recording intake and output.
- Performs decentralized testing; office procedures; monitors refrigerator temperatures; Orders supplies and maintains stock; conducts patient assessments; administers injections and immunizations; completes forms as requested or needed; and accesses the computer for patient reports.
- Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical mental and emotional conditions to the nursing staff.
- Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked clean and orderly.
- Maintains drug sample closet assists with hazardous waste management conducts filing conducts call-back follow-up and assists with phone calls including calling in prescriptions.
Required Skills:
- Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Requires the ability to read and write legibly and carry out directions promptly and accurately.
- Must exhibit effective communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Requires the ability to respond quickly and calmly under stressful or emergencies.
- Ability to operate or learn to operate the following equipment: Pulse Ox Ear Syringe Cryosurgery instruments EKG Machine Suture/Staple Removal Nebulizer Crash Cart Portable O2 tank and assist with minor surgery.
- Knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care to patients.
Minimum Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
- Other Certificate from a college in Medical Assisting instead of an Associates degree is required.
Required Certifications/Licenses:
- License: CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
- American Heart AssociationBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
Minimum Work Experience:
- Experience working in a medical office is preferred.
EEOC Statement:
SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Athenahealth
- Algebra
- eClinicalWorks
- Primary Care Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Medical office experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Medical Terminology
- Medication Administration
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
