Medical Assistant

Since 1984, Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgical Center (FCRS) has evolved into the largest single specialty group of colorectal surgeons in the Northern Virginia/DC Metro region. We have accomplished this by serving our patients, employees, and healthcare community with integrity, leadership and commitment to excellence. Our mission is to provide the highest quality, innovative, coordinated colorectal care for all of our patients.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assisting the clinical team with monitoring and managing daily schedules and organizing patient flow.
• Performing and recording patient vital signs, health histories, medication lists, and other relevant clinical information.
• Assisting the providers with patient examinations and procedures.
• Collecting, processing, and coordinating pathological specimens.
• Cleaning, sanitizing, and resupplying examination rooms.
• Restocking provider offices with patient educational material.
• Assisting clinical team in disinfecting exam room instrumentation and equipment.
• Documenting and communicating patient information, updates, and concerns to providers.
• Answering, returning, and documenting patient phone calls and portal messages.
• Managing/tracking clinical orders.
• Managing/routing medication refill requests.
• Assisting clinical team in managing/routing incoming fax documents.
• Compiling/sending all required pre-surgical clinical documentation to the appropriate facility.
• Managing/tracking patient medical record requests when required.
• Providing patient education material on medications, procedures, and provider recommendations in accordance with established office protocols.
• Participating in practice education activities, meetings, and ongoing training.
• Managing patient electronic medical records.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a medical assistant training program (preferred)
• Certification as a medical assistant (preferred)
• Experience working in a healthcare setting (preferred)
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic clinical procedures
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment