Medical Assistant

Job Description Job Description Capital Area Pediatrics offers accessible, comprehensive pediatric care to families at five practice locations throughout Northern Virginia. For both sickness and health, generations of families have chosen Capital Area Pediatrics to provide outstanding care and an exceptional patient experience. We are currently hiring a Medical Assistant to provide clinical care at our Sleepy Hollow location.

Candidates seeking full time employment, or part time employment with a minimum of 30 hours per week will be prioritized.

In this role you will:

• Review patient records for past medical problems, medication and immunization status, drug allergies, risk factors, and other pertinent information.
• Interview patients and/or family members for appropriate information and obtain vital statistics indicated for the age, gender, and type of visit.
• Perform laboratory testing and administer vaccines, analgesics, and nebulization treatments in accordance with established standards and office policy.
• Observe, document, and report to provider and nursing staff patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments.
• Complete applicable documentation for the patient visit.
• Conduct basic parent and child education to include anticipatory guidance in accordance with office policy and as delegated by providers and leadership.
• Role model excellent clinical skills with patients.
• Communicate effectively and courteously while demonstrating a caring attitude toward patients and family.
• Follow universal precautions, OSHA standards, and HIPAA regulations to include maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Perform additional responsibilities to support the needs of the practice and patient families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential required.
• At least six (6) months of direct patient care experience as a CCMA/RMA Medical Assistant - one year or greater is strongly preferred.
• Experience administering immunizations for pediatric patients is strongly preferred.
• Practical understanding of OSHA, HIPPA, and CDC Guidelines.

Capital Area Pediatrics ("the Company") is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of the Company and the Company will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.