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  • Pulmonary Associates of Richmond is Hiring

    PAR

    The Company: Pulmonary Associates of Richmond (PAR) has existed since 1974. That’s 50 years of serving the greater Richmond community. We specialize in pulmonary medicine, sleep disorders, and research. Our staff cares about our patients and delivers the utmost quality care and customer service. 
    The Position: PAR seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic full-time medical assistant for our North Chesterfield location. Enjoy weekly pay with the opportunity to grow in a team-orientated work environment.

    Job Responsibilities 
    Prep charts; preload and scan patient charts into EMR
    Obtain current vitals, patient history, current medications, and reason for a visit from the patient.
    Accurately document patient activity
    Promptly return patient calls for prescription refills and miscellaneous patient questions.
    Complete provider orders such as DME oxygen setup, sleep studies, patient follow-ups, and other requests.
    Obtain prior authorizations for procedures, medications, and copay assistance.
    Utilize an inventory management system to dispense, transfer, and adjust inventory when needed.
    Schedule new clinic patients, explaining policy and procedure to patients.
    ​Send prescriptions as needed.
    Manage medication and ancillary inventory.
    Give injections and schedule testing.
    Minimum Qualifications 
    At least 1 or more years of MA experience, preferably with experience working in a medical practice.
    CNA or Certified MA training completion or equivalent education or experience (Preferred).
    ​EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred).
    ​Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred).
    ​Certified Medical Assistant or CNA (Preferred)
      
     Benefits
    401(k)
    Dental InsuranceEmployee assistance program
    Employee discount
    Flexible spending account
    Employee referral program 
    Health insurance
    Short-term and long-term disability insurance
    Accidental Disability & Dismemberment Insurance
    Critical Illness 
    Life insurance
    Paid time off
    Retirement plan
    Vision insurance
    WEEKLY PAY
     
    Physical / Mental Demands:   
    During clinic – standing and walking continuously.  Outside of the clinic – mostly sitting with some walking and standing.     
    Manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, using a mobile device such as an iPad or laptop, and other office machines.  
    Manual strength for using a manual blood pressure cuff. 
    Ability to carry up to 10 lbs. frequently during the clinic.  
    Ability to view computer screens for long periods.  
    Occasional stress related to workload and physician/patient demands.  
    Sitting for long periods as well as occasional standing and walking.  
     
    Pulmonary Associates of Richmond is an equal-opportunity employer.
     
    Neha  Jain
    HR  Generalist
    Pulmonary Associates of Richmond
    1000 Boulders Parkway- Suite 102
    Richmond, VA 23225
    P: 804-591-3127
    https://paraccess.com/careers/
     
     

  • VSMA CEU SATURDAY 11-23-2024
    https://www.vasma.org/vsma-ceu-saturday-11-23-2024/
  • The 68th Annual AAMA National Conference: Grand Rapids Michigan

    Photos shared by 2024-2026 VSMA Treasurer Debby Houston.


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