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  • Pulmonary Associates of Ricmhmond 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 Insurance

    Employee 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://lnkd.in/erHvWGsC
  • VSMA Secretary 2024-2025

    The Virginia Society of Medical Assistants seeks a qualified person for the fiscal year 2025-2026 secretary position.

    MUST BE A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE AAMA with DUES paid by 12/31/2024 to apply.

    Secretary position Qualifications:

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