What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Medical Assistant - OB/GYN position at Virginia Hospital Center?
Overview:
Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group offers a true collaborative practice environment in which physicians and staff work closely together, bringing skill, experience and mutual respect to the task of providing superior medical care to our patients. We encourage the career growth of professional staff with a clinical advancement ladder from the highest levels of management and throughout each department, Virginia Hospital Center works to ensure that our staff can maintain the patient-centered focus for which the institution is renowned. In addition, you'll find the tools and technology needed to deliver the best possible medical care.
Purpose and Scope:
Serves as a resource for Medical Assistants. The Lead Medical Assistant provides general administrative and clinical support to physicians and other practitioners. She or he ensures the clinical environment is cleaned, stocked, and ready for patient care and that medical supplies are maintained at all times. The Lead Medical Assistant assists with intake and patient flow; takes vital signs, and performs office procedures per department protocol. She/he is responsible for accurately documenting clinical activities, per procedure.
A. Education: Understanding of medical terminology required. Post high school degree or certificate preferred.
Title: Lead Medical Assistant - OB/GYN
Schedule: Full-Time
Location: Arlington, VA
Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group offers a true collaborative practice environment in which physicians and staff work closely together, bringing skill, experience and mutual respect to the task of providing superior medical care to our patients. We encourage the career growth of professional staff with a clinical advancement ladder from the highest levels of management and throughout each department, Virginia Hospital Center works to ensure that our staff can maintain the patient-centered focus for which the institution is renowned. In addition, you'll find the tools and technology needed to deliver the best possible medical care.
Purpose and Scope:
Serves as a resource for Medical Assistants. The Lead Medical Assistant provides general administrative and clinical support to physicians and other practitioners. She or he ensures the clinical environment is cleaned, stocked, and ready for patient care and that medical supplies are maintained at all times. The Lead Medical Assistant assists with intake and patient flow; takes vital signs, and performs office procedures per department protocol. She/he is responsible for accurately documenting clinical activities, per procedure.
A. Education: Understanding of medical terminology required. Post high school degree or certificate preferred.
B. Experience: Two years relevant experience required. Knowledge of medical office electronic medical records preferred.
C. Other Qualifications: Certification in basic life support is required. Qualified candidates must possess excellent interpersonal communication ability, customer service skills, and telephone etiquette. Must be able to perform in a high-pressure environment and have the ability to organize multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities. Must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Must present professionally, have a pleasant personality, and ability to communicate positively with patients and staff.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Located in Arlington, VA, VHC is the only Hospital in the mid-Atlantic region that is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations).
- Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) is a nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering the highest quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 70 years.
- VHC is a top Hospital in the region that was named a Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Four-Star Hospital, and is also designated as a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- In 2017, VHC earned the Distinguished Hospital Clinical Excellence Award and the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from HealthGrades.
- VHC is recognized in Becker's Healthcare "150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare | 2018."
- VHC is a 494-bed, licensed, all-private room Hospital
Why Us?
- Arlington is home to the Pentagon and the Arlington National Cemetery.
- Fairfax and Arlington Counties continues to attract families who enjoy living near D.C. but desire a suburban lifestyle.
- Fairfax County has some of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
- Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 91 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
- Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
- Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.
- Complete the online application
- Completethe electronic talent assessment (multiple-choice questionnaire)
We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.
HOW TO APPLY?
VERY IMPORTANT
In order for your application to be valid, the electronic talent assessment must be completed and submitted. Applicants who only complete the application without the talent assessment won't be considered
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