Certified Medical Assistant- Health Center (Bilingual Required)

Medical Assistant

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day, 8:00 am 4:30 pm; Gaithersburg (Wed evening & Saturday am clinic once a month)

Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and four healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore, MD

Highlights:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Advancement: Career growth opportunities

Description:

Performs patient care and lab duties delegated by the RN or Provider, as well as data collection, data entry, analysis, and generation of reports at one of six Montgomery County Health Centers.

Responsibilities:

• Rooms patients; take vitals
• Provides EKG testing support
• Assistance with medication management
• Perform phlebotomy functions
• Screening for social needs
• Be a part of the treatment and education of diabetes, nutrition, high blood pressure, cardiovascular wellness and weight control and other low acuity illnesses

What you will need:

Required:

• Medical Assistant diploma from a medical assistant education program and/or high school diploma
• National certification from an accredited organization (such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA)
• Current C.P.R. certification issued through American Heart Association
• Medical or patient care experience in a health center or hospital setting as demonstrated through clinical hours or prior work experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Bilingual in Spanish required in Health Centers sites (Aspen Hill, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Germantown) but not required for Health Partners sites (Kensington and Asbury)
• Computer literacy in Microsoft products and email. Experience with EHR software and EPIC a plus.

Preferred:

• Excellent phlebotomy and EKG skills

Pay Range: $18.78 - $26.29

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services. We were named one of America's 100 best hospitals.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.