Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Job Title: Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Physician Services

Your experience matters

Valley View Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a new employee joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Why Choose Us:

·    Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

·    Competitive Paid Time Off 

·    Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

·    Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

·    Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

·    And much more...

Position Summary:

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office.

Essential Functions:

• Under the supervision of a physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent Required; 
• Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent Required.

Licenses: 

• CCMA, CMA or RMA

Certifications: 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 60 days of hire.

Skills & Experience:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. 

Connect with our Nursing Support recruiting specialist 

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Meranda Smith by email at [email protected]

EEOC Statement

"Valley View Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.