THIS POSITION IS FOR THE INTERVENTIONAL PSYCHIATRY TMS TEAM (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation)
The Medical Assistant- Certified job duties include but are not limited to:
Collects patient assessment data including height weight vital signs chief complaint/symptoms current medications etc. for assessment by licensed staff.
Transports patients through office and rooms them.
Prepares the patient for provider evaluation including obtaining specimens positioning for exams listing medications and assists during exams and procedures.
Maintains work area exam treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilizes reusable equipment as needed.
Assists with lab procedures including collecting urine specimens collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.
May perform diagnostic tests (EKGs audiograms vision testing spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff.
Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff provider or mid-level practitioner.
Answers phones; schedules appointments; and relays messages.
Utilizes automated computer systems including electronic medical records.
May administer oral and parenteral medications.
Performs other nursing duties such as answering MyChart messages and dealing with medication refills.
Coordinates other Interventional Services including updating spreadsheets and scheduling.
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Experience: none however two years of experience is highly preferred
Licensure certification and/or registration: Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the American Association of Medical Assistants the American Medical Technologists The National Association of Healthcare Professions the American Registry of Medical Assistants or the National Healthcare Association.
May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score.
Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective communication skills and problem-solve. Effective computer skills required for automated computer systems including electronic medical records.
This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Recruiter:
KIMBERLIE GONCERecruiter Email:
For more information contact the HR Service Center at 1-.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age (40 or older) disability genetic information or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Carilion Clinic is a not–for–profit health care organization based in Roanoke, Va. Through our comprehensive network of hospitals, primary and specialty physician practices and other complementary services, we work together to provide quality care