We are looking for a full time Medical Assistant/LPN to join our practice at Town Pediatrics located in Leesburg and Sterling, VA (*_please note this is not a seasonal/summer job, this is a Mon-Fri 8-5 and 1 Saturday a month job_*). The candidate must be willing to travel between both locations as needed. The position requires someone who is computer savvy, patient, kid friendly and ready to be an efficient team player. Ideal candidates will be energetic, dependable, love to interact with children/teens while paying close attention to detail. The applicant must be able to travel between the Leesburg and Sterling offices.
Our office is open Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm, Saturday 8:30 am-12 pm. Candidates must be available to work Saturday morning hours on a rotating basis (includes a shift differential for working Saturday).
Our pediatric office is a GREAT PLACE to work offering competitive salary, excellent benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, health, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Vaccine administration experience is REQUIRED/clinical experience is required
- EMR experience is a plus, ECW
- Medical Assistant/LPN/RN
- Spanish speaking is a plus!
- pediatric experience is a bonus!!
- strong clinical skills, able to work independently and on a team
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs general nursing care for patients, including administration of lots 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.
- Participates in a team huddle with the Provider to discuss the day’s appointments and identifies if any resources are needed.
- Greets patients and prepares them for the provider’s examination. Screens patient/parent for appropriate information, and obtains vital statistics appropriate for age, gender, and type of visit. Instructs patient/parent in the collection process of specimens and tests.
- Prepares equipment and aids the provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
- Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition, adverse reaction to medication or treatment to the provider.
- Provides educational aids and information to parent/patients by telephone or in person.
- Maintains confidentiality concerning patients’ medical and financial information. Patient’s protected health and financial information may not be disclosed without prior written authorization from the parent/guardian (or patient is he/she has reached majority).
- Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness of exam rooms. Assists in care and maintenance of supplies and equipment in clinical area.
- Performs related work as required.
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.
- Possess the ability to maintain quality control standards, react calmly and effectively in emergencies, interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures, communicate clearly, and work effectively with co-workers, while maintaining confidentiality of clinical information
Experience:
- medical assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Leesburg, VA 20175 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
