Medical Assistant - Fairfax City

Description

TPG Pediatrics is looking for a FULL TIME Medical Assistant to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. We are a large pediatric practice in Northern Virginia dedicated to excellent patient care. TPG prides itself on providing work-life balance and an opportunity for growth for all of it's employees. Experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right person. Employee safety is a priority at TPG. We have daily cleaning procedures in place and provide PPE to include OSHA fit testing for all employees.

Daytime weekday schedule between 7:30 and 5:30pm. Once per month rotation in our Saturday clinic (8am-1pm).

Hourly wage differentials are paid for our Saturday morning clinics.

The position is located at our Fairfax.

Our Pediatric offices offer excellent benefits such as: PTO; 401k; Health, Dental & Vision Insurance and Paid Holidays.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general nursing care for patients, including administration of immunizations, antibiotics, and performs treatments under the direction of the providers.
• Ensures established patient medical records are updated according to practice protocol including progress notes, immunization records, and other information are in place and computer templates are used.
• Greets patients and prepares them for the provider’s examination.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma/GED required
• MA certification or equivalent
• 1 year experience preferred, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Competency in operating medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge required to maintain a safe work environment.
• Skilled in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide patient care.

This job description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.