Medical Assistant

  • Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 55,000-75,000 USD / Month

Job Description:

A healthcare practice is seeking a compassionate and dependable Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and help ensure patients receive high-quality, efficient care. This role is ideal for someone with strong patient care skills, clinical experience, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced medical office environment.

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with no nights, no weekends, no on-call, and no holidays.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to providers and care teams within a medical practice setting. This position helps prepare patients for exams and treatments, assists with procedures, supports lab testing and phlebotomy, maintains exam rooms and supplies, and helps ensure a positive patient experience.

The ideal candidate is professional, detail-oriented, patient-focused, and comfortable working directly with patients, providers, and office staff.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations and treatments

Take and document patient histories, vital signs, and other required clinical information

Prepare exam rooms and treatment rooms with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment

Clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms and clinical areas

Assist with preparation, maintenance, and sterilization of supplies and equipment

Administer injections as directed and within scope of practice

Assist with lab testing and phlebotomy

Support physicians and providers with minor procedures, physicals, and patient care activities

Answer telephone calls and screen calls or referrals as appropriate

Document patient information accurately in the medical record

Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all privacy, safety, and compliance requirements

Support daily clinical workflow and assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred but not required

Active and unrevoked RMA, CCMA, CMA, NCMA, NCRMA, or similar Medical Assistant credential highly preferred

Strong communication, organization, and patient care skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Basic computer skills and experience with electronic health records preferred

HIPAA training and/or a current HIPAA certificate is required

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and protect patient information at all times