Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant-GYN (Full Time)

A medical assistant at a gynecology office provides support to the gynecologist and other healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Their job responsibilities include:

1. Assisting with patient intake: Greeting patients, checking them in, and obtaining their medical history, including information related to gynecological concerns and previous pregnancies.

2. Preparing examination rooms: Ensuring that examination rooms are clean, stocked with necessary supplies, and equipment is in working order. This may involve setting up instruments and equipment for specific procedures.

3. Assisting during gynecological procedures: Providing support to the gynecologist during various procedures such as Pap smears, pelvic exams, Endometrial biopsies, and Colposcopies. This may involve handing instruments, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and assisting with patient positioning.

4. Performing basic diagnostic tests: Conducting routine tests such as measuring vital signs, collecting and preparing lab specimens (e.g., urine samples), and conducting pregnancy tests.

5. Administering injections and medications: Assisting with the administration of medications, including injections, as directed by the gynecologist.

6. Providing patient education: Explaining procedures, treatments, and medications to patients, addressing their questions and concerns, and offering guidance on topics such as contraception, menstrual cycle, and sexually transmitted infections.

7. Assisting with administrative tasks: Managing patient records, scheduling appointments, handling phone calls, and processing insurance claims.

8. Maintaining cleanliness and sterilization: Adhering to infection control protocols by properly cleaning and disinfecting examination rooms and sterilizing instruments.

9. Assisting with minor procedures: Preparing and cleaning instruments, providing support during in-office procedures such as biopsies, IUD insertions, and endometrial samplings.

10. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals: Communicating and collaborating with nurses, lab technicians, and other medical staff to ensure coordinated patient care.

It is important for medical assistants at gynecology offices to have a strong understanding of gynecological procedures, terminology, and patient care practices. They should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients in a sensitive and compassionate manner.

Basic Qualifications: Minimum one year of full-time experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in a hospital, doctor's office or ambulatory care clinic is required.

Bilingual applicant is a plus.

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

Current BLS from the American Heart Association required.

Additional Requirements:

• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective communication (written and oral) skills.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in administering medications and/or have completed medication administration education.

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current National Medical Assistant Certification.
• Familiarity in documenting in an electronic medical record system.

Primary Location:1800 Town Center Drive, Ste 220 Reston, VA 20190

********Our office is located in Reston, VA. Please make sure you live within 20-30 miles radius before you apply********

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Ob/Gyn

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

COVID-19 considerations:
All patients are required to wear a face mask properly and sanitize their hands prior to interacting with the staff.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22