Medical Assistant, Galax Family Care

Medical Assistant, Galax Family Care

Location:

Galax, VA |

Schedule:

Days 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Weekdays

Job Type: In-person

At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you will support those in our facilities who are interfacing with and providing care to our patients and community members, positively impacting our mission of making communities healthier.

The Medical Assistant will perform routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area or office. 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 such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

• 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent is required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Certified as CCMA, CMA, or RMA.

• Comprehensive Benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period. Tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Twin County Regional Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twin County is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider