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OSF HealthCare

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&quot;Your life - our Mission&quot;</b></div><div>
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.</div><div></div><div><br>
Expected pay for this position is $20.41 - $24.01/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.</div>
Overview:
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POSITION SUMMARY:</b> The Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide is responsible for registering, collecting payments, rooming, assisting the provider with care and treatment, discharging, and following-up with patients. It is the role of the Care Guide to companion patients and their &ldquo;secondary guests&rdquo; through the entire experience to maximize clinical excellence, reduce treatment times, and maximize the patient experience; before, during, and after the patient visit. The Care Guide is responsible for assisting the provider with front office and back-office duties in the outpatient management of patients on a rotating basis. This role is responsible for a variety of clinical functions within a clinic setting requiring knowledge and integration of available standards, resources, and data; discretion; good judgment; diplomacy; decision making; and a customer service attitude. Acting as the patient advocate, the Care Guide has continuous contact with providers, patients, patient families/significant others, community agencies, and patient care staff and management. Floating to various facilities required based on business need.</div>
Qualifications:
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></div><div>Education: High school diploma/GED and completion of a medical assistant (MA) program, certification course with applied learning, or equivalent MA training/experience.</div><div>
Licensure/ Certification: CMA-Certified Medical Assistant Current certification by one the following approved certifying agencies: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), earning CMA credential. American Medical Technologists (AMT), earning RMA credential. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), earning NCMA credential. National HealthCare Association (NHA), earning CCMA credential. American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers) to be completed within 2 weeks of hire date. National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). American Allied Health (AAH).</div><div>
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. This position requires specific knowledge and training related to the performance of administrative skills, technical / clinical skills and medical procedures commonly performed in a medical practice setting.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></div><div>Experience: Previous experience as a medical office assistant or CNA or equivalent, previous experience with an electronic health record and phlebotomy.</div><div></div><div><br>
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of Epic. Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette. Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow. Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></div></div>

Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide

George Washington Medical Faculty Associates

<div><p><b>Position Summary</b></p>
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To assist physicians, nurses, and patients by providing ambulatory medical care services. Responsible for clinic patient flow, informing physicians of patients&rsquo; arrival and room assignment.</p>
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></p>
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.</p>
<ul>
<li>Responsible for clinic patient flow, informing physicians of patients&rsquo; arrival and room assignment.</li>
<li>Accompanies and/or assists patients in the exam room in a professional manner.</li>
<li>Obtains patient vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration. Pulse oximetry if needed.</li>
<li>Able to perform using manual equipment and Welch Allen spot vital sign machine and import results to electronic medical record in a timely fashion.</li>
<li>Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.</li>
<li>May be required to take patient medical history if applicable per department.</li>
<li>May perform a variety of testing, diagnostic, and screening procedures.</li>
<li>Assists in explaining test procedures to patients.</li>
<li>Medications ability to calculate dosages (may be required to demonstrate via passing yearly written medication exam).</li>
<li>Administer medications (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal, inhalation, rectal, topical) using proper technique &ndash; this duty can only be performed after the MA has demonstrated competency to clinic RN yearly, if applicable per department.</li>
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<p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
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Education
</p><ul><li>High school diploma and graduation from a Medical Assistant school.</li>
</ul>
<p>Licensure</p>
<ul>
<li>Certification and Registration as a Medical Assistant.</li>
<li>Current basic CPR/AED</li>
</ul>
<p>Physical Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Walk, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulder frequently in a clinical setting.</li>
<li>Must be able to occasionally lift or carry and frequently push or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the role</li>
<li>Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment</li>
<li>Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About GW MFA</b></p>
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MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.</p>
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The GW MFA&rsquo;s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.</p></div>

Medical Assistant, Urology

Howard University

<div><p>The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff &ldquo;for fit&rdquo; makes significant contributions to Howard University&rsquo;s overall mission.
</p><p></p><p>At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
</p><p></p><p>Here is what we offer:</p><ul><li><b><i>
Health &amp; Wellness:</i></b> Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support</li><li><b><i>
Work-Life Balance:</i></b> PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements</li><li><b><i>
Financial Wellness:</i></b> Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match</li><li><b><i>
Professional Development:</i></b> Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths</li><li><b><i>
Additional Perks:</i></b> Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Join Howard University and thrive with us!</b></p><p>
https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness</p><p></p><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requirements</b></h2><ul><li>
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.</li><li>
Knowledge of Medical Terminology.</li><li>
Knowledgeable in the use of CPT and ICD-9 code reference books.</li><li>
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment.</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications as well as ability to speak clearly.</li><li>
Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.</li><li>
Skill in taking vital signs.</li><li>
Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.</li><li>
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.</li><li>
Ability to be detailed oriented, follow established priorities or procedures, and deliver quality customer service.</li><li>
Ability to use good judgment, make sound decisions and behave with tact, decorum and diplomacy.</li><li>
Ability to maintain quality control standards.</li><li>
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.</li><li>
Ability to read, understand and respond to oral and written instructions.</li><li>
Associate&rsquo;s degree in Medical Technology, Nursing or related field or two (2) years related experience in a physician&rsquo;s office, clinic and/or hospital or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Certification or Registration as a Medical Technology also required.</li></ul></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li>
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures</li><li>
Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints</li><li>
Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures</li><li>
Perform basic clinical tasks such as:</li><li>
Phlebotomy and specimen collection</li><li>
EKGs</li><li>
Injections and immunizations (as permitted by state law)</li><li>
Wound care and dressing changes</li><li>
Administer medications under provider direction and within scope of practice</li><li>
Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms and medical equipment</li><li>
Ensure proper handling and labeling of specimens</li></ul></div><p></p><p><b>
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure</b></p></div><p></p>

Medical Assistant

Children's National Hospital

<div></div><div><div><b>Description</b><div>
</div>
The Patient Service Representative (Children's National Pediatricians &amp; Associates) performs basic medical front office duties. Greets patients and visitors, schedules appointments, provides administrative support, gathers demographics, verifies insurance eligibility, collects copay, deductibles, balances, check credit balances and maintains patient electronic health records (EHR). Processes specialty referrals and assist in training new staff. Performs daily duties under close supervision.
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</div></div><div><b>Qualifications</b><div>
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Minimum Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or GED (Required)<br>
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<b>Minimum Work Experience</b><br>
1 year Medical office/business office setting (Preferred)<br>
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<b>Required Skills/Knowledge</b><br>
Basic math skills.<br>
Basic knowledge of office procedures.<br>
Basic knowledge of medical terminology .<br>
Knowledge of patient financials &amp; accounting.<br>
Knowledge of insurance verification.<br>
Knowledge of scheduling appointments.<br>
Great communication and customer service skills.<br>
Ability to follow precise procedures and is detail-oriented.<br>
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.<br>
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<b>Functional Accountabilities</b><br>
<b>Patient Services Account</b><br>
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Review, verify , update and perform all other patient account information and duties at every visit as defined in the training manual.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collect appropriate copays, deductibles, and balances; use credit balances when applicable and document all financial transactions in the EHR; collect and process administrative charges as appropriate.
</li></ul><b>Patient Services Scheduling</b><br>
<ul><li>
Ensure complete patient registration by parent/guardian and populate all required registration fields in the EHR.
</li></ul><ul><li>Verify patient insurance eligibility and coverage prior to service.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure the schedule is accurate and up to date (Ex: check-in, check-out, and no shows).
</li></ul><ul><li>Schedule patient appointments accordingly based on the scheduling policy.
</li></ul><ul><li>Process patient referrals according to the Referral loop and PCMH workflow.
</li></ul><b>Office Support and Administration</b><br>
<ul><li>
Answer phones and handle calls promptly and accordingly.</li></ul><ul><li>
Give and obtain accurate and pertinent information to and from callers.</li></ul><ul><li>
Ensure all patient related communications are as defined by the PCMH workflow.</li></ul><ul><li>
Scan appropriate documents into a patient&rsquo;s chart in a timely manner.</li></ul><ul><li>
Sort incoming and outgoing mail and documents; maintain office to ensure a clean and organized environment.</li></ul><b>
Professional Development</b><br>
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Attend meetings as required, and participate in committees as requested.
</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in professional development activities
</li></ul><br>
<b>Organizational Accountabilities</b><br>
<b>Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)</b><br>
<b>Organizational Commitment/Identification
</b><ul><li>Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met</li></ul><br>
Teamwork/Communication
<ul><li>Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior</li></ul><ul><li>
Partner with all team members to achieve goals</li></ul><ul><li>
Receptive to others&rsquo; ideas and opinions</li></ul><br>
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
<ul><li>Contribute to a positive work environment</li></ul><ul><li>
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change</li></ul><ul><li>
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes</li></ul><ul><li>
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment</li></ul><br>
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
<ul><li>Use resources efficiently</li></ul><ul><li>
Search for less costly ways of doing things</li></ul><br>
Safety
<ul><li>Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance</li></ul><ul><li>
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation</li></ul><ul><li>
Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation</li></ul><ul><li>
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication</li></ul><ul><li>
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers</li></ul><ul><li>
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance</li></ul><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> District of Columbia-Washington</div><div><b>
Work Locations</b><b>:</b> CNPA Foggy Bottom 2021 K St NW Suite 800 Washington 20006</div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Administrative Support / Customer Service</div><div><b>
Organization</b><b>:</b> Childrens Peds and Assoc</div><div><b>
Position Status</b><b>:</b> R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time</div><div><b>
Shift</b><b>:</b> Day</div><div><b>
Work Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-Time</div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Apr 13, 2026, 10:53:55 AM</div><div><b>
Full-Time Salary Range</b><b>:</b> 37336 - 53809.6</div></div>

Patient Services Rep - CNPA Foggy Bottom/Capitol Hill

MedStar Health

<div>About this Job: <b>General Summary of Position</b><br>
MedStar Health Urgent Care is committed to providing world-class compassionate care to every patient every time at every touch point during the experience. All associates are accountable for their role in meeting patient experience standards.Serves as the initial contact person at the medical practice or hospital department and greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. Coordinates efficient patient flow through the practice or hospital department assigned. Makes appointments registers patients collects co-payments Time-of-Service (TOS) payment processing updates demographic and insurance information and provides patients with follow-up appointments and requisitions for tests.<p><b>
Primary Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.</li><li>
Manages the intake of patients into the practice screens for emergent conditions registers verifies insurance and explains patient responsibility regarding payment for services and co-pays. Collects copayment prior to care posts time of service (TOS) payments collects and reviews of all encounter forms and prepares charge batches as assigned. Ensures appropriate and timely status assignment of all appointments.</li><li>
Schedules appointments including follow up and referral appointments. Completes requisitions for tests as applicable</li><li>
Answers the telephone in accordance with the policy and service expectations provides telephone triage; disseminates messages appropriately utilizing available technology and prioritizes calls appropriately and timely.</li><li>
Prepares updates and copies forms reports and records on a routine basis; scans imports and indexes regularly to keep information flowing into patients' medical record.</li><li>
Contacts patients regarding missed appointments; monitors and tracks no shows and enters data into system.</li><li>
Performs check-out procedures by inputting patient charges and verifying patient demographic and insurance information ensuring charges are entered in a timely manner in accordance with departmental procedures.</li><li>
Supports organization initiatives related to new technology clinical programs and improving the patient experience. Seeks opportunities for improvement in all administrative processes and services.</li><li>
Ensures optimal patient flow by managing variable and sometimes unpredictable patient volume throughout the day and by providing backup to other members of the team. Interacts effectively with colleagues medical providers and others to communicate essential information and to ensure a high level of patient experience.</li><li>
Takes personal responsibility for the neat appearance of the work location to include front office reception area break room and other assigned areas assuring each area represents MedStar Health in a positive manner.</li><li>
Participates in meetings and on committees as needed or assigned.</li><li>
Adheres to Medstar's high reliability organization (HRO) principles and embodies Just Culture standards.</li><li>
Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.</li></ul>
<b>Minimal Qualifications</b><br>
<b>Education</b><ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED required
</li><li>One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.</li></ul><b>
Experience</b><ul><li>
Less than 1 year 6 months - 1 year experience providing high quality customer service required preferably in a health care setting. Preference given to candidates whose experience includes the use of computerized schedules registration systems and electronic records required
</li><li>Working knowledge of IDX/GE centricity business
</li></ul><b>Licenses and Certifications</b><ul><li>
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and</li><li>
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
</li></ul><b>Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b><ul><li>
Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills and good telephone etiquette.</li><li>
Requires knowledge of medical terminology and effective oral and written communication skills.</li><li>
Must possess the ability to perform in a high-pressure environment to organize and prioritize work to deal effectively and professionally with a variety of different individuals and to support and monitor the needs of multiple medical providers.</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr.</div>

Patient Service Coordinator MHUC

<div>About this Job:
<p>
MedStar Health is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team! We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant with excellent customer service/patient interaction skills.</p><p>
The Medical Assistant will perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician/provider and/or a registered nurse. Duties may include venipuncture, medication and vaccine administration, measurement, and documentation of vital signs, and assisting providers with patient exams, and telephone and clerical support.</p><p>
Position may float to other sites/locations within the system</p><p>
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region also recognized as one of the &quot;Healthiest Maryland Businesses&quot;. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Primary Duties:</b></p><ul><li>
Assists providers with patient preparation, office procedures, examination and education of patients. Supports the clinical care team, assuring optimal best-practice patient flow; manages patient volume. Reviews and prepares for scheduled patient visits. Screens all patients for preventative care needs, ongoing support, barriers to care, safety concerns, and potential fall risk. Conducts surveillance for transitions of care, urgent/emergent care, or follow up tasks. Conducts motivational interviews including patient screening/ coaching on disease management, motivation to change, learning care needs, and community outreach needs. Identifies potential behavioral health needs of patients and notifies provider of findings.</li><li>
Reports actual/ potential problems concerning patients, families and associates. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve care quality and safety. Attends training for safety, infection control, etc. Ensures ongoing compliance by maintaining and auditing temperature logs, ensuring medication supplies are current/unexpired, checking and maintaining emergency equipment, area free of clutter, and other related tasks. Participates in population management activities including an awareness of the populations served and engages the patient in self-management support, care/health goal setting, pre-visit planning, and the capturing of information that leads to health care improvement activities.</li><li>
Performs selected patient/ laboratory testing, including Point of Care Testing, tuberculosis skin testing, electrocardiography, pulmonary function tests, vision and hearing testing. Removes sutures/staples. Documents activities in the patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record (EMR). Performs required patient follow-up: to include pap smears, Pb levels, HIV, mammograms, and STD&rsquo;s. Collects and processes specimens, completes requisitions, and documents.</li><li>
Provides escort and assists with patient discharge activities. Provides chaperoning. Fulfills infection prevention and environmental responsibilities as assigned. Updates appropriate records of scheduled equipment maintenance and manages drug and medical supply inventories. Provides telephone screening services to gather information from patients, determine appropriate disposition and document per established telephone screening protocols.</li><li>
May insert intravenous catheter for physician initiated IV fluid therapy or administration of intravenous medications. May insert, remove, and monitor urinary catheter for procedures and prepare and administer oral drugs and injections limited to intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular. May perform phlebotomy. Utilizes the EMR to propose patient medication refills for provider approval. Completes requisitions for tests. Contacts insurance companies for Pre-authorizations for patient medications and specialty referrals including insurance authorization.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
High School Diploma/ GED.</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants within 1 year OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists within 1 Year.</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS).</li><li>
Experience working in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent.</li><li>
Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting strongly preferred.</li><li>
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.</li><li>
Completed externship program at MedStar Health may be substituted for experience in ambulatory care medical office.</li><li>
For Cardiology offices only: 6 months experience working in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent, OR Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in exercise physiology/science, OR related major or successful completion of a cardiac technician course preferred.</li><li>
</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $19.55 - USD $34.25 /Hr.</div>

Medical Assistant - Neurosurgery

Medical Assistant - Cardiology

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