Valley Health·Winchester, Virginia
The Medical Assistant performs specific clinical tasks under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice clinician. They are also responsible for assessing and educating patients within the neurology department.
As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.
Department Neurology PBB - 209594 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Range $18.96 - $25.59
Under the supervision of the physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), performs Medical Assistant specific tasks, and assesses and educates patients. Education High School Diploma or GED required Experience One year of experience in a clinical setting or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program required Training in specialty-specific assisting desired Certification & Licensure BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Must possess good communication skills. Competent to provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development. Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply, based on age of the patient served.
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clinical experience or a completed Medical Assistant certification program. A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is also required.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.
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