Medical Assistant - Primary Care-McLean

Medical Assistant – Primary Care-McLean – VHC Health

We invite you to apply for the Medical Assistant position at VHC Health in McLean, VA. This role is focused on supporting primary care physicians and delivering quality patient care in a vibrant community.

The Medical Assistant ensures the clinical environment is clean, stocked, and ready for patient care.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing phlebotomy and preparing specimens for transport to labs.

• Conducting simple laboratory procedures and taking vital signs.

• Preparing patients for procedures and assisting with patient flow.

• Providing general clinical support to physicians and staff.

• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, collecting co‑pays, assisting with billing, and updating the electronic medical record.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  Preferred: graduation from a medical assisting degree/program.

• One year of healthcare/medical primary‑care/office experience is preferred.
  
  Required:
  
  one year of medical terminology experience.
• Experience in clinical pharmacology is required.
• Six months of healthcare experience is required.
• Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is required.

• Medical Assistant Certification or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is preferred.
  
  Required:
  
  BLS certification.

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner.
• Ranked in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth consecutive year.
• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories.
• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek.
• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group.

• Living in Northern Virginia offers access to historical sites, vibrant culture, and excellent schools.
• Proximity to Arlington, the Pentagon, and major airports.
• Numerous recreational amenities, parks, and cultural institutions nearby.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider (Hospitals and Health Care industry)

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates who are eager to join a highly collegial environment where patient care is at the center of everything we do.