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Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant Orthopedics
Commonspirit Health
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
Job Summary and Responsibilities Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for a full time orthopedic opportunity at St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, WA. Our new provider will be joining a busy and friendly orthopedic surgeon committed to the success of the team. The service is focused on collaboration with a broader multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
$52k-186k yearly est. 17h ago
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Physician Assistant / Surgery - Plastic / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant, Reconstructive Surgery
Children's National 4.6
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
The anticipated start date for this position is around June 2026 The Physician Assistant practices within their scope of practice as appropriate in their jurisdictional area and in accordance with their organizational Medical Staff Bylaws. The provider is responsible for the management of care to patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care.
$106k-253k yearly est. 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Neurological / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant- Neurosurgery
Virginia Hospital Center 3.7
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
A Physician Assistant (PA) employed by VHC Health Physicians (???Physician Group???) is required to complete a PA Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This PA Agreement will describe the PA???s role and function of the PA, including but not limited to, number of patients, types of illnesses, nature of treatments, special procedures, the nature of physician???s involvement, and the evaluation process.
$66k-222k yearly est. 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Neurological / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant- Neurosurgery
VHC Health 4.4
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
A Physician Assistant (PA) employed by VHC Health Physicians (???Physician Group???) is required to complete a PA Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This PA Agreement will describe the PA???s role and function of the PA, including but not limited to, number of patients, types of illnesses, nature of treatments, special procedures, the nature of physician???s involvement, and the evaluation process.
$39k-125k yearly est. 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant - Orthopedic (Sports) - NO WEEKENDS - Arlington, Virginia
Rossrichter.com, LLC
Patient care assistant job in Arlington, VA
Well-regarded Orthopedic Surgeon with a Sports Fellowship is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant.
is sports focused but also includes general cases.
There is a strong volume of knee and shoulder cases.
This doctor?s patient base includes all levels of athletes (professionals to weekend warriors) as well as general population.
The position is two days in the OR and the balance is in the clinic.
The new Physician Assistant will provide a mix of surgical first assist, consultation and patient follow-up and education, sin-visc and cortisone injections, pre and post H&P?s, write scripts, and review and order lab tests.
The Physician Assistant will run a parallel clinic to the doctor.
The position does not have any weekends and minimal evenings.
This doctor requires orthopedic experience.
The candidate must be NCCPA-Certified. Sorry, the Doctor will not train a new graduate.
The location is within the Arlington, Virginia area.
Base salary: Excellent compensation and a full benefits package provided.
Job Responsibilities: The new Physician Assistant will provide a mix of surgical first assist, consultation and patient follow-up and education, sin-visc and cortisone injections, pre and post H&P?s, write scripts, and review and order lab tests.
Qualifications: This doctor requires orthopedic experience.
The candidate must be NCCPA-Certified. Sorry, the Doctor will not train a new graduate
Working Hours: No Weekends
$41k-146k yearly est. 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant - Orthopedics
Howard University Hospital 4.2
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
Physician Assistant - Orthopedics: Full Time Pay Range: $119,549 - $191,279 With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington, D.C. area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is the nation???s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.
$119.5k-191.3k yearly 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics-Spine / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant NP Orthopedic Surgery
Palm Health Resources
Patient care assistant job in Manassas, VA
Palm Health Resources, a premier healthcare staffing firm, is currently seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for a permanent position just outside of Alexandria, VA. This opportunity involves treating and first assisting in a Orthopedic spine setting.
Location Highlights: Northern Virginia, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a vibrant community. Just outside of our Nations capitol enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in this picturesque family oriented community
Monday through Friday with no weekends/call
Candidate will be doing a mix of ortho surgery and clinic.
Surgery days are usually Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
Duties consist of histories, recovery planning, first assist in the OR, etc.
Prefers a candidate with a Virginia Lisc. in hand or in process
Patient load is between 8-10 patients per day
Strictly clinic based.
New graduates are open to apply.
Salary is based on experience.
$40k-142k yearly est. 17h ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Colon-Rectal / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant - Surgery
Johns Hopkins Healthcare 4.5
Patient care assistant job in Arlington, VA
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP) is looking for a Colorectal Surgical Physician Assistant to join our Arlington practice. The Surgical Physician Assistant will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and in accordance with established policies, evaluate patient's health status through diagnostic procedures and tests. Provide therapeutic patientcare under direction of a physician and in accordance with established protocols.
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians serves Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC with over 40 locations.
Benefits:
CME allowance
Protected time off
Malpractice insurance
Productivity model includes bonus eligibility
Our Providers and leaders are highly engaged and committed to teamwork. At JHCP you will work beside the unequaled talent of Johns Hopkins nurses and staff and enjoy extensive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Our Medical Leadership team are all practicing in our clinics. Through the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees, we are able to deliver on the promise to improve the health of the communities we serve!
Put your passion to care towards our role as a Hopkins Advanced Practice Provider where you'll be responsible for providing the exceptional quality of primary care that our patients expect. You'll enjoy regular hours with night call less than once per month, allowing you ample time to enjoy all the activities that the area has to offer.
Requirements:
Physician Assistant License in the State of Virginia required
CPR Certification required
2 years' Surgical Physician Assistant experience
We offer a competitive salary, signing bonuses, excellent benefits and the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine as part of the Johns Hopkins Health System.
In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during informal candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
Together we will deliver the Promise of Medicine!
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
$34k-75k yearly est. 17h ago
Medical Assistant- MFM
Pediatrix Medical Group
Patient care assistant job in Fairfax, VA
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant will support physicians and clinical staff in providing specialized patientcare by performing both clinical and administrative duties specific to the practice's area of focus. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient‐centered care. The Medical Assistant's primary responsibilities may vary based on state regulations.
Greet and escort patient to exam room, prepare patient for visits by obtaining medical history, current medications, allergies, and chief complaints and document all information in patient medical record.
Assist with patient flow to ensure timely visits.
Support delivery of high‐quality patient experience through excellent customer service and communication with patients, families and other care providers while ensuring a safe patientcare environment.
Provide assistance to physician and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and supervision of physician and advance practice provider. .
Perform applicable medical procedures collect, and prepare laboratory specimens, administer injections/immunizations, and perform venipuncture, as allowed by state regulations.
Communicate information and instructions to patients as directed by physician, advanced practice provider, or nursing staff and ensure patient's understanding of the information.
Assist with scheduling of tests, treatments, and follow‐up appointments, and communicate test results to patients.
Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare sterilization as required.
Respond to calls and requests for referrals and appointments, triage and process messages, and requests from patients, clinic staff, referring physicians and pharmacies. Maintains patient files, records, and other information.
Qualifications
Education:
Diploma from an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred or as required by State
CPR/BLS certification preferred
Experience Industry: Healthcare
Experience:
1+ years in an office‐based setting preferred.
MFM or OB experience preferred.
Skills/Abilities:
Must have the ability to follow universal precautions, OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations
Strong verbal and written skills
Superior customer service skills
High level of professionalism
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
Benefits and Compensation
Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.
We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well‐being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.
About Us
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix‐affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office‐based practices. The group's high‐quality, evidence‐based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality‐improvement and safety initiatives.
Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: **************************
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Pediatrix is 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 or veteran status.
$28k-37k yearly est. 17h ago
In Home Caregiver / Nursing Assistant / CNA
Right at Home Northern Virginia
Patient care assistant job in Woodbridge, VA
Director of HR, Sharon and Recruiting Coordinator, Nadia Right at Home is hiring In Home Caregivers holding a CNA , HHA , or PCA Certificates throughout Northern Virginia with a minimum one year homecare experience. Our caregivers and nursing assistant serve clients in all Northern Virginia Counties including Arlington , Fairfax , Prince William , and Loudoun
We give you the option to choose your schedule, the clients you care for, and the location in which you work with pay increases offered based on your choices! Our nursing assistantcare for hundreds of clients every day with various schedules including part time, full time, live in, daytime, overnight, weekday, and weekend. We care for clients in all locations including in their private home, in Assisted Living Communities such as Sunrise Senior Living, and Independent Living Communities. If you need assistance with obtaining a certificate to provide personal care tasks, ask about our Work-It-Forward Program!
Come join a great team, earn competitive pay, and help us improve the quality of life for those we serve.
Benefits:
$500 Sign-in Bonus upon completion of required hours
ACA Compliant Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
401K Plan with up to 5% matching
PTO program earn up to 40/hours a year
Holiday Pay
Monthly Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program
Travel Time and Mileage paid between client shifts
Overtime pay offered for 40+ work weeks
Base pay rate ranges between $17.50-$18.00 per hour and is associated with your certificate held (PCA , HHA , or CNA) you can then earn additional pay increases for specific shifts and clients based on the outline below:
Weekend caregiver pay increases - +$2-$4
Couple carecaregiver pay increases - +$6
Visit rate caregiver pay increases - +$5
Personal Care Plus caregiver pay increases - +$2
Right at Home of Northern Virginia is a family-owned company which has provided quality care to seniors and adults with disabilities since 2002. Come join our team, we've been here 20+ years! Many of our caregivers have worked with us more than 15 years. We are an ever-growing company and are looking to grow our Team with You!
To learn more about what it means to be a Right at Home caregiver, please visit us at: ********************************************************************************
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This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Right at Home Franchising Corporate.
$17.5-18 hourly 7d ago
Medical Assistant
HH Medstar Health Inc.
Patient care assistant job in Bethesda, MD
About the Job
Department: Goldstein & Associates
Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Non-exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
The Medical Assistant performs clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician/provider and/or a registered nurse. Duties may include venipuncture medication and vaccine administration measurement and documentation of vital signs and assisting providers with patient exams and telephone and clerical support. Position may float to other sites/locations within the system.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality and safety standards. Complies with governmental regulations and accreditation standards.
Assists providers with patient preparation for the examination minor office procedures and with the examination and education of patients. Supports other members of the clinical care team assuring optimal best-practice patient flow; manages variable and unpredictable patient volume throughout the workday. Provides clerical support and serves as backup for the Patient Services Coordinator or other team members as needed.
Participates in daily team huddles to review and prepare for scheduled patient visits. Screens all patients regardless of visit type for preventative care needs ongoing support barriers to care safety concerns and potential fall risk. Conducts surveillance for transitions of care urgent/emergent care or follow up tasks such as retrieval of documents associated with referrals/testing.
Conducts motivational interviews that include patient screening and/or coaching on disease management ability motivation to change learning care needs and community outreach needs. Identifies potential behavioral health needs of patients using appropriate screening tools and notifies provider of findings.
As part of a High-Reliability Organization reports actual and potential problems concerning patients families and associates using established reporting protocols for MedStar Health and/or work location. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve care quality and safety.
Ensures ongoing compliance with regulatory accreditation and quality/safety standards by maintaining and auditing temperature logs ensuring medication supplies are current/unexpired checking and maintaining emergency equipment area free of clutter and other related tasks.
Participates in population management activities including an awareness of the populations served and engages the patient in self-management support care/health goal setting pre-visit planning and the capturing of information that leads to health care improvement activities.
Performs selected patient and laboratory testing consistent with the scope of the practice including but not limited to Point of Care Testing tuberculosis skin testing electrocardiography pulmonary function tests and vision and hearing testing (dependent upon provider and site requirements). Removes sutures/staples after the provider has examined the patient and written the appropriate order. Documents these activities in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR) or other venues based on policy.
Documents clinically related activities accurately in the patient's EMR; performs required patient follow-up: to include pap smears Pb levels HIV mammograms and STD's. Collects and processes specimens completes requisitions and documents in logbook or other applicable forms/records.
Provides escort for patients and assists with patient discharge activities. Provides chaperoning for patients per policy.
Fulfills infection prevention and environmental responsibilities as assigned which many include: Light cleaning during clinic hours and cleaning of equipment. Updates appropriate records of scheduled equipment maintenance and manages drug and medical supply inventories.
Provides telephone screening services to gather information from patients determine appropriate disposition and document per established telephone screening protocols.
Under onsite provider supervision may insert intravenous catheter for physician initiated IV fluid therapy or administration of intravenous medications. Under direct onsite physician supervision may insert remove and monitor urinary catheter for procedures and prepare and administer oral drugs and injections limited to intradermal subcutaneous and intramuscular. May perform phlebotomy.
Utilizes the EMR to propose patient medication refills for provider approval. Completes requisitions for tests (if applicable). Contacts insurance companies for Pre-authorizations for patient medications and specialty referrals including insurance authorization.
Floats to other sites/locations within the system as appropriate and performs all duties at multiple sites.
Attends scheduled meetings including but not limited to regular staff meetings and training classes for safety infection control OSHA CLIA BLS and others as required.
Demonstrates behavior consistent with MedStar Health mission vision goals SPIRIT values objectives and patientcare philosophy.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
* High School Diploma or GED required and
* Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
Experience
Less than 1 year 6 months experience working in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent required. Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting strongly preferred. Completed externship program at medstar health may be substituted for the 6 months experience in ambulatory care medical office. required and
For Cardiology offices only: 6 months experience working in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent required or Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology/science or related major or successful completion of a cardiac technician course. preferred and
Prior experience as a medical assistant preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA by the American Association of Medical Assistants within 1 Year required or
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American Medical Technologists through American Medical Technologists or equivalent within 1 Year required
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Clinical competency as verified within 90-day orientation period and annually thereafter.
Excellent customer service/patient interaction skills.
Basic computer skills preferred.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $19.55 - USD $34.25 /Hr.
$19.6-34.3 hourly 5d ago
Patient Care Tech
Medstar Research Institute
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
About the Job MedStar Health is looking for a PatientCare Technician to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center within our Cardiac Intermediate Unit! As a PatientCare Technician, you will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patientcare activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical staff/providers. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests, and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Assistspatients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers. Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; applies electrodes and initiates physiologic monitoring equipment; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and routine inspection of IV sites.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's intake and output. Accurately takes and records patient's vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing and other pertinent information in the patient's health record. Performs routine treatments/activities identified by unit/hospital policy including Foley Catheter insertion, removal and care; suctioning; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; set-up and care of oxygen equipment; shave preps; and assistance in the application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints, slings, TED and SCD supports, and other immobilization equipment.
Maintains the comfort, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation, and application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures. Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards. Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members. Ensures complete hand off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR.
Participates in patient/family teaching and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary. Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participate in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal and cleaning patient rooms. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies, etc. Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED,
Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program and active CNA certification, an experienced MedStar Washington Hospital Center nursing assistant, or the equivalent; or completion of a national Registered Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic program/course with at least six months or more experience as an EMT, CCT, or EMTP; or Nursing Student (RN Program) with completion of at least one year of clinical rotation or a graduate of an approved nursing program (LPN or RN).
BLS - Basic Life Support.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $19.93 - USD $29.98 /Hr.
MedStar Health is looking for a PatientCare Technician to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center within our Cardiac Intermediate Unit!
As a PatientCare Technician, you will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patientcare activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical staff/providers. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests, and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Assistspatients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers. Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; applies electrodes and initiates physiologic monitoring equipment; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and routine inspection of IV sites.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's intake and output. Accurately takes and records patient's vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing and other pertinent information in the patient's health record. Performs routine treatments/activities identified by unit/hospital policy including Foley Catheter insertion, removal and care; suctioning; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; set-up and care of oxygen equipment; shave preps; and assistance in the application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints, slings, TED and SCD supports, and other immobilization equipment.
Maintains the comfort, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation, and application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures. Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards. Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members. Ensures complete hand off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR.
Participates in patient/family teaching and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary. Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participate in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal and cleaning patient rooms. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies, etc. Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED,
Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program and active CNA certification, an experienced MedStar Washington Hospital Center nursing assistant, or the equivalent; or completion of a national Registered Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic program/course with at least six months or more experience as an EMT, CCT, or EMTP; or Nursing Student (RN Program) with completion of at least one year of clinical rotation or a graduate of an approved nursing program (LPN or RN).
BLS - Basic Life Support.
$19.9-30 hourly 5d ago
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
U.S. Renal Care, Inc. 4.7
Patient care assistant job in Fairfax, VA
How you will change lives
As a PatientCare Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.
What you'll be doing
Patientcare. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.
Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.
Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
$21k-34k yearly est. 3d ago
Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit
University of Maryland Medical System 4.3
Patient care assistant job in Largo, MD
Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George's County residents.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists in the care of patients by providing routine, non-professional nursing care utilizing advanced medical and surgical skills typically beyond the Nursing Assistant level. Takes patients' vital signs, observes and communicates changes in patient conditions. Requires CNA certification.
Principal Duties:
Provides safe, effective and efficient patientcare as directed by assigned licensed nurse.
a.
Assists with obtaining basic patient information as part of the nursing history or ongoing assessment and reports abnormal values to the appropriate nurse.
b
. Orients patients to the care environment to promote patient comfort and safety.
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Observes and reports obvious physical and emotional patient changes to assigned nurse.
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Monitors patients for special risks and reports observations to assigned nurse (i.e., falls, skin breakdown).
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Makes regular patient visits to provide all patients with quick response to their needs.
f.
Seeks guidance and direction in prioritizing multiple demands to effectively meet patient's needs.
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Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served in the assigned work area. Recognizes normal/abnormal vital sign parameters depending on age of patient.
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h
Documents completely and accurately according to the unit and division standards, including safety measures.
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Remains calm and effective in emergency situations and follows appropriate guidelines.
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Performs and completes all assigned skills and duties as outlined care plans, critical pathways, competencies, skills lists, standards, policies and procedures.
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Demonstrates manual dexterity abilities to perform precise skills required to meet patientcare needs.
l.
Demonstrates the ability to operate and maneuver patientcare equipment safely.
m.
Initiates equipment to ensure patient safety (bed alarm, side rails, trapeze, and restraints).
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Demonstrates the ability to use proper body mechanics to safely transfer and move patients.
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Practices infection control procedures and observes Standard Precautions (including appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment).
p.
Demonstrates knowledge of role in emergency situations (Code 99, Code Red, Code 13, Code D).
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Maintains area of responsibility in neat and orderly condition. (Patient rooms are neat and uncluttered, etc.)
r.
Stocks and returns equipment and supplies to proper storage area.
s.
Reports broken and unsafe equipment to appropriate personnel and/or Department Manager.
Customer Service:
Greets customers in courteous, friendly, respectful and professional manner at all times, including maintaining eye contact when appropriate.
Follows communication protocols to both internal and external customers, including introducing him/herself with job title and experience, asking open ended questions, such as “How may I be of help to you?” using the customer's name as soon as it is learned.
Responds promptly and appropriately to customer questions/concerns/complaints and attempts immediate resolution.
Keeps customer's information confidential, including public places such as elevators or the cafeteria.
Provides assistance and offers help immediately, including finding someone else to meet the request, if unable to do so him/herself. Introduce other staff to customers when a hand-off occurs and explain that the person will provide excellent service.
Demonstrates commitment to excellent service recovery when a customer's expectations have not been met.
Commitment to Co-Workers:
Offers assistance to colleagues and other departments when needed.
Takes responsibility for solving problems regardless of origin; completes assignments, and respects deadlines.
Resolves conflict directly with colleagues and seeks assistance from others if the issue cannot be resolved. Refrains from criticism in public.
Mindful and respectful of others' time and schedules. Attends meetings on time and communicates any absences.
Provides co-workers with a status.
Communication Etiquette:
Respectful, courteous and professional in all forms of communication and follows facility's service communication protocol in all interactions.
Refrains from use of personal cell phone in patientcare areas and keeps usage to a minimum at all other times while on duty.
Does not text or use e-mail during meetings (except for exigent or emergency situations).
Limits use of business cell phone during meetings (remain on vibrate and/or calls go to voicemail).
Makes every effort to answer telephone calls within three rings, introducing him/herself, department and title (if appropriate). Asks permission before placing the caller on hold or using the speakerphone. If caller is transferred, gives the caller the extension number of the person he or she is being transferred to. Offers further assistance to the caller upon completing the conversation.
Maintains an appropriate voicemail message and when away from the office has an out-of-office email message that is brief, current, and includes name and department and offers the caller options if possible.
Returns email and voicemail messages promptly but no later than within one business day (24 hours).
Always mindful of voice and language in public.
Self Management:
Participates in assigned educational programs within hospital and outside of hospital as assigned by the Program Coordinator to maintain optimum knowledge base to provide superior assistance to the Physical Medicine Residency Program.
Reports to work appropriately groomed and in compliance with the Hospital's dress code. Wears identification badge at all times at chest level and facing outwards so identification is clearly visible.
Complete all assignments within deadlines or negotiates alternative actions and time frames in order to achieve desired outcomes.
Completes mandatory, annual education and competency requirements.
Follows UMCRH safety, infection control and employee health standards.
Demonstrates responsibility for personal growth, development and professional knowledge and competency.
Adhere to all UMCRH and department policies and procedures, including Code of Conduct and professional behavior standards. Does not exceed Hospital guidelines in reference to attendance, punctuality, and use of sick and unplanned absences. Provides notification of absences, lateness and vacation requests according to department guidelines. Respects length of time for lunch and break times.
Reviews, signs, and adheres to UMCRH and/or departmental confidentiality statement.
Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Current Maryland certification in good standing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Alternative training: Completion of first clinical year of NLN-approved nursing program, graduate of an approved RN or LPN program, or EMT-B or Armed Forces Corpsman.
Required: Certification in Pre-Transport/Post-resuscitation Stabilization Care of Sick Infants Guidelines for Neonatal Healthcare Providers (STABLE) is required of staff assigned to 672 - Nursing NICU, 651-Nursing (Post-Partum), Nursing 708 - Labor & Delivery
EDUCATION
Entry Level: Equivalent to a High School diploma or GED; basic employment skills
Formal Education/Training: equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge and experience of a specialized field.
Professional: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree; working knowledge of theory and practice within a specialized field.
Advanced Professional: Equivalent to a Master's degree; knowledge in more than one discipline.
Expert: equivalent to PhD, M.D., J.D., Specialized knowledge often requiring license or certification.
MICROSOFT WORD
Not Applicable
Basic: Perform daily word processing tasks, such as, producing routine letters, memorandums, and informal reports. Able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page set-up.
Intermediate: Use and create a variety of templates, complex tables, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, and also performs basic work in existing Macros. Able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports.
Advanced: Produces very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements. Able to use and create a wide range of graphic effects and has full mastery of Macro commands.
MICROSOFT EXCEL
Not Applicable
Basic: Performs tasks and work with data in worksheets. Able to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions.
Intermediate: Work with multiple worksheets, filter data, use integrate functions, and manipulate databases. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel.
Advanced: Use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel. Use customized functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS) and work with Pivot Tables. Able to automate some operations, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications.
MICROSOFT ACCESS
Not Applicable
Basic: Design, create, and modify databases, tables, queries, forms, and reports. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and indexing techniques.
Intermediate: Use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms.
Advanced: Develop an application and tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code.
COMMUNICATION
Simple Written and Verbal Instructions: Work requires the ability to understand and respond to simple written or verbal instructions. Incumbents must respond appropriately to instructions, questions, or requests for information. Work occasionally requires contact with patients and/or visitors which involves courtesy.
Exchange Information on Factual Matters: Work requires the ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, greet visitors, explain hospital/corporate policies, and/or relay messages to appropriate personnel. This type of interaction enquires courtesy and tact when dealing with patients, visitors, and/or hospital/corporate employees. More sensitive situations may be referred to others as appropriate.
Effective Oral/Written Skills and Provide Empathy: Work requires the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and provide empathy in difficult interpersonal situations d. Conflicting Issues; Mediate; Strong Writing Skills: Work requires communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions or well-developed writing skills.
Persuade and Negotiate on Important Matters: Work requires communication skills in order to persuade and negotiate with others on important matters, such as negotiate contracts, appeal reimbursement decisions and writing grants.
Manage Staff and Persuade/Negotiate with Peers: Work requires the communication skills necessary to effectively manage the employees within assigned department and to persuade and negotiate with peer-level managers on issues and programs that impact the department. Work requires effectively dealing with conflicting views or issues and mediating fair and workable solutions.
Advanced Skills & Ability to Represent Hospital /Company: Work requires advanced interpersonal/communication skills in order to present the hospital/corporation in legal proceedings, negotiate in extremely important and sensitive situations, persuade members of senior management on issues and programs that impact the assigned department, represent the hospital/corporation to external parties, or perform other duties requiring a comparable level of communication sills.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Entry Level - Service: Work requires the skills to read and understand instructions, add and subtract numbers, and make comparisons between numbers and letters.
Administrative Support: Work requires the analytical skills to gather and interpret data in situations in which the information or problems are relatively routine.
Technical: Problems resolved through well developed processes and procedures and requires basic scientific, mathematical or technical level training.
Professional/Supervisory: Problems resolved mostly through defined processes and procedures, application of in-depth knowledgeusually acquired through professional level training.
Management: Problems solved through independent interpretation of department and company guidelines, processes and procedures and application of in-depth, experience-based knowledge.
Advanced - Professional/Management: Complex problems involving various analyses, summarizing of information and data in order to solve problems through defined processes and procedures or independent interpretation of guidelines, application of in-depth knowledge usually acquired through advanced professional level training. Problems and situations may cross departmental/divisional lines.
Senior Management: Highly complex problems requiring the application of scientific or technical principles, theories and concepts and in-depth, experience-based, cross-functional knowledge.
Executive Management: Work requires the analytical skills to identify and resolve extremely complex strategic and operational problems which require innovative solutions based on extensive, cross-functional knowledge
CONTACTS INSIDE & OUTSIDE FACILITY/CORPORATION
a. Outside the Department but Within the Company: Regular contacts outside the department, but generally within the company, to give
or get information.
b. Outside Company to Give and Receive Information: Regular contacts outside the Company to give or get information. Requires
courtesy, tact, and some knowledge of Company procedures.
c. Within/Outside Company with Tact & Discretion: Frequent contacts, within or outside of the Company. Requires tact, discretion, and
working knowledge of Corporate procedures and policies.
d. Within/outside Company; Considerable Tact/Discretion: Contacts, within or outside the Company, as a Company representative in a
specialized area of knowledge or technical field. Requires considerable tact and discretion, and some persuasion to obtain approvals,
consent and action.
TRANSPORTATION (Work Related)
a. Not applicable.
b. Required: Valid driver's license with access to transportation. Must be insured for his/her state's minimum personal injury and property
damage liability.
c. Required - Use Company Vehicle: Valid driver's license (Class C) in good standing.
d. Preferred: Valid driver's license with access to transportation. Must be insured for his/her state's minimum personal injury and property
damage liability
Additional Information
.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $17.17-$29.9
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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$17.2-29.9 hourly 7h ago
Procedure Care Tech (2 days per week)
Clearway Pain Solutions Institute 3.8
Patient care assistant job in Frederick, MD
Under general direction, provides direct patientcare to practice patients in both office and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) settings. Responsibilities include entering patient intake and provider orders into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), requesting medical records, utilizing the pharmacy drug monitoring program as directed by providers, recording vital signs and medical history, collecting patient information, and facilitating patient flow. Complies with measures to assure that patient/customer satisfaction results are consistently maintained.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Perform job in accordance with Company Mission, vision, and goals.
* Assists in bringing patients to pre-op, recovery and transporting for discharge.
* Assistspatients with medical forms, as necessary.
* Exercise confidentiality in all areas, abiding by HIPAA rules and regulations.
* Accurately completes applicable paperwork; ensuring patient medical records are complete. Prepares all forms and requisitions as instructed by the provider.
* Creates and maintains a positive atmosphere of customer service, teamwork, mutual respect, professionalism and accountability.
* Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit, and confirming patient ID.
* Answers telephones in a professional manner and delivers messages promptly.
* Returns patient calls in a timely manner.
* Maintains and improves current skills and knowledge by attending all relevant meetings, classes, trainings and by keeping certifications current.
* Adheres to Infection Control, Safety and OSHA standards as specified by State, and Company standards.
* Maintains knowledge of, and complies with State, Company and any other applicable policies and procedures.
* Assists nursing staff with obtaining and recording vital signs, pregnancy tests and glucometer checks. Verifies patient history information and takes detailed history when indicated. Informs nursing staff and physician of results.
* Makes frequent rounds on patients in pre-op and recovery to provide for any other needs of the patient prior to discharge.
* Performs daily, weekly and monthly safety and equipment checks.
* Daily reviews upcoming cases and notifies nurse of any potential issues.
* Reviews schedule daily and assists with office procedures to help maintain patient flow, and accuracy of scheduled procedure.
* Assists with inventory and order supplies for all procedures in the ASC, as directed.
* Sets up the sterile field on the Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, medications and equipment needed for procedures.
* Positions the patient for the procedures, establishes the sterile field, and drapes the patient for the procedures.
* Assists providers by passing instruments and supplies to them and holding retractors (as needed) during procedures.
* If assisting with procedures, adheres to all federal, state and nursing regulations and protocols including but not limited to patient safety procedures such as verification of patient identification prior to procedures
* Immediately prior to the start of any procedure in the procedure room, initiate/participates in a time-out and ensures correct patient, procedure, site and side, and that there are no additional concerns.
* Identifies every patient with two identifiers: full name and date of birth
* Documents this information in the Procedure Safety Checklist, including the time of the time-out
* Sterilizes and breaks down procedure room after each patient and ensures procedure room is cleaned prior to the beginning of a procedure.
* Keeps rooms clean and stocked with supplies.
* Maintains stock of medicines and supplies as necessary. Advises Office Manager when replacements are needed.
* Sterilizes and cleans instruments used in examinations and/or procedures; maintains clean and hygienic environment.
* Monitors personal and provider staff task buckets in the EMR.
* Sets up the sterile field on the Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, medications and equipment needed for procedures.
* Positions the patient for the procedures, establishes the sterile field, and drapes the patient for the procedures.
* Operates, sterilizes, and maintains necessary equipment, including but not limited to the autoclave, RFA machine, etc.
* Assists the physician with use of the C-Arm
* Accurately maintains daily/monthly record keeping of radiation logs.
* Accurately completes and maintains all applicable records and logs (i.e.: radiation, spore testing, equipment, medical records, etc.).
* Properly maintains examination/procedure rooms, recovery areas, nurses stations, and all other clinical areas.
* Adheres to Infection Control, Safety and OSHA standards as specified by State, Joint Commission and Company standards.
* Maintains knowledge of, and complies with established State, Joint Commission, Company and any other applicable policies and procedures.
* Starts IV as needed after competency skills check-off.
* Instructs patients in simple procedures/tests and dispenses appropriate educational materials (clinical office only).
* Relays provider orders to the patient (clinical office only).
* Prepares, cleans and maintains all clinical equipment (clinical office only).
* Draws up injections to be administered (clinical office only).
* Verifies that radiological and laboratory records are received and in the patient chart. If radiological and/or laboratory records are not in the chart, takes necessary steps to obtain the records (clinical office only).
* Fits patients for durable medical equipment (DME) and completes all applicable paperwork, as directed (clinical office only).
* Obtains prior authorizations for radiology and/or prescriptions, as needed (clinical office only).
* Keeps rooms clean and stocked with supplies (clinical office only).
* Labels specimens accurately and distributes them to the appropriate personnel to ensure specimen integrity (clinical office only).
* Processes specimens and prepares them for shipping (clinical office only).
* Maintain lab area with ample supplies and in a clean and safe condition (clinical office only).
* Follows test requirements of laboratory and procures unaltered urine specimen for testing (clinical office only).
* Properly maintains examination rooms and all other clinical areas (clinical office only).
* Checks work e-mail on a regular basis throughout the workday.
* Participate in and complete all required trainings and in-services.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
* High School Diploma, or equivalent.
* Must have knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook).
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
* Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, including exceptional customer service.
* Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with doctors, clinical staff, other co-workers and the public.
* Must be able to work individually as well as within a team.
* Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
* Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
* Must be able to respond with patience and understanding during stressful conditions related to patient health and emergent situations.
* Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
* Must demonstrate extreme attention to detail.
* Must possess strong organization skills.
* Must be able to problem solve and use reasoning.
* Must be able to meet predefined quality standards.
* Must maintain and project a professional attitude and appearance at all time.
* Must have a working knowledge of the healthcare field and medical specialty, as well as medical terminology.
* If working in an ASC, must provide proof of influenza vaccination annually (must wear a procedure mask if refusing the flu vaccine).
* Must complete two (2)-step PPD (NE staff) OR must complete an annual PPD (SE staff).
* Must complete all regulatory competencies in accordance with working in the ASC.
* Within first ninety (90) days of employment as a Medical Assistant with C-Arm, must complete C-arm competencies.
* All staff are expected to have a strong desire to provide excellent customer service; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own professional performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Completion of a Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant, or EMS training program, with a current Nurse Aide certification OR a Medical Assistant certification OR EMS Licensure.
* One (1) year of prior experience working in a medical practice.
* One (1) year of prior experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
* Three (3) months of prior experience assisting in the use of a C-Arm machine.
* Surgical Tech certification.
* C-Arm Tech certification.
* One (1) year of prior experience as a PatientCare Tech in an Ambulatory Surgery Center/Operating Room setting.
Driving/Travel:
The employee must have reliable transportation. Travel for this position may be required up to 80%. While the primary workplace may be closest to the employees home, work assignments could be in any of the Companys locations.
Compensation and Benefits:
* Pay Range: $18.00/Hr - $21.00/Hr
* PTO: Up to 44 hours in first year (pro-rated based on start date)
* Holidays(Unpaid): 7 (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day)
* Retirement: 401(k) with employer match
* Other Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program
* Other Voluntary Benefits: Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
$18-21 hourly 17d ago
PCT
WJM Professional Services
Patient care assistant job in Bethesda, MD
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Needed NOW
Work When Your Schedule Permits
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), located in Bethesda, MD, needs CNAs to work twelve-hour shifts 7:00 AM-7:30 PM or 7:00 PM-7:30 AM 7 days a week.
Responsibilities:
Provide support using attentive listening, verbal validation, and simple and clear direction.
Provide a safe environment for the patient and always remain in direct line of sight.
Aid with all activities of daily living as needed.
Engage the individual, as tolerated, in structured interactive activities that are enjoyable to provide psychological stimulation.
Maintain a clean, dry, and clutter-free environment.
Remove hazards in the room that may contribute to falls.
Place all items in a position that allows a safe exit from the bed.
Seek assistance when needed and ask questions without hesitation to ensure patientcare and safety.
Provide “hand off report” to staff for break times and end of shift.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1-2 years of CNA experience in a healthcare setting
Up to date Certified Nursing Assistant license from any state
Up-to-date CPR/BLS from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
If interested in this position, please submit an updated resume.
WHO WE ARE!
WJM Professional Services provides Medical, nursing, and ancillary professionals to the Department of Defense and other government agencies. We also provide administrative professionals, program management, and credentialing services to government contractors and agencies.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, disability, veteran's status, or any other basis protected by law.
$20k-28k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Physician Assistant / Surgery - Urological / District of Columbia / Permanent / Physician Assistant Urologist
Virginia Hospital Center 3.7
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
Compensation: Competitive base salary Requirements for Advanced Practice Provider: Master???s degree and current national certification to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) SUMMARY We offer a highly competitive compensation package. We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer a generous benefit package including malpractice coverage, health insurance, life, disability, 401K match, generous CME, as well as other benefits.
$66k-222k yearly est. 17h ago
Medical Assistant - Primary Care New Mexico Ave
HH Medstar Health Inc.
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
About the Job
MedStar Health is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team! We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant with excellent customer service/patient interaction skills.
The Medical Assistant will perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician/provider and/or a registered nurse. Duties may include venipuncture, medication and vaccine administration, measurement, and documentation of vital signs, and assisting providers with patient exams, and telephone and clerical support.
Position may float to other sites/locations within the system
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Assists providers with patient preparation, office procedures, examination and education of patients. Supports the clinical care team, assuring optimal best-practice patient flow; manages patient volume. Reviews and prepares for scheduled patient visits. Screens all patients for preventative care needs, ongoing support, barriers to care, safety concerns, and potential fall risk. Conducts surveillance for transitions of care, urgent/emergent care, or follow up tasks. Conducts motivational interviews including patient screening/ coaching on disease management, motivation to change, learning care needs, and community outreach needs. Identifies potential behavioral health needs of patients and notifies provider of findings.
Reports actual/ potential problems concerning patients, families and associates. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve care quality and safety. Attends training for safety, infection control, etc. Ensures ongoing compliance by maintaining and auditing temperature logs, ensuring medication supplies are current/unexpired, checking and maintaining emergency equipment, area free of clutter, and other related tasks. Participates in population management activities including an awareness of the populations served and engages the patient in self-management support, care/health goal setting, pre-visit planning, and the capturing of information that leads to health care improvement activities.
Performs selected patient/ laboratory testing, including Point of Care Testing, tuberculosis skin testing, electrocardiography, pulmonary function tests, vision and hearing testing. Removes sutures/staples. Documents activities in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR). Performs required patient follow-up: to include pap smears, Pb levels, HIV, mammograms, and STD's. Collects and processes specimens, completes requisitions, and documents.
Provides escort and assists with patient discharge activities. Provides chaperoning. Fulfills infection prevention and environmental responsibilities as assigned. Updates appropriate records of scheduled equipment maintenance and manages drug and medical supply inventories. Provides telephone screening services to gather information from patients, determine appropriate disposition and document per established telephone screening protocols.
May insert intravenous catheter for physician initiated IV fluid therapy or administration of intravenous medications. May insert, remove, and monitor urinary catheter for procedures and prepare and administer oral drugs and injections limited to intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular. May perform phlebotomy. Utilizes the EMR to propose patient medication refills for provider approval. Completes requisitions for tests. Contacts insurance companies for Pre-authorizations for patient medications and specialty referrals including insurance authorization.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/ GED.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants within 1 year OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists within 1 Year.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Experience working in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent.
Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting strongly preferred.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
Completed externship program at MedStar Health may be substituted for experience in ambulatory care medical office.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $19.55 - USD $34.25 /Hr.
$19.6-34.3 hourly 7d ago
Medical Assistant I Certified Bethesda
Johns Hopkins Health System 4.5
Patient care assistant job in Bethesda, MD
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP), we bring Johns Hopkins Medicine to our communities. With more than 40 locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC, we have opportunities for you to join our amazing team of healthcare professionals, right in your neighborhood. You don't have to travel far to find your next great opportunity! You belong here!
JHCP is looking for a Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide high quality care to patients at our Breast Surgery practice in Bethesda, Maryland. The Medical Assistant administers medications and immunizations, obtains vital signs, maintains inventory of appropriate supplies, ensures safe and efficient patient flow, tracks high-risk referrals and lab tests, facilitates safe transitions of care, organizes practice environment to assure patient safety and quality outcomes, and contributes to HEDIS and designated quality measures.
What awaits you!
$1,000 Sign-on bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision
403B Savings Plan
Paid Time off & Paid holidays
Employee and Dependent Tuition benefits
Free Parking
Refer a friend to Johns Hopkins, opportunity to earn $$$
Health & Wellness programs and more!
Location: 6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20817
Shift: Non- Exempt - Full-time - 40 hours per week - Day Shift
What You'll Need to be Successful:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Certified Medical Assistant required successful completion of the AAMA, RMA/AMT, NCRMA (NAHP), NCMA(NCCT), RCMAS(NCMA), or CCMA(NHA). Medical Assistant Certification, exam within 3 months of hire. Five or more years of specific applicable MA experience in primary medical care may be substituted for formal training program provided eligibility for RMA(American Medical Technologists) exam. A valid CPR certification required upon hire and recertification required every two years.
Two years experience preferred.
Lear more about us here!
Johns Hopkins care, right in your neighborhood | Johns Hopkins Medicine
Salary Range: Minimum $17.82/hour - Maximum $29.43/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
$17.8-29.4 hourly 6d ago
Patient Care Tech
Medstar Research Institute
Patient care assistant job in Washington, DC
About the Job MedStar Health is looking for a PatientCare Technician to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center within our ER Department! As a PatientCare Technician, you will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patientcare activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical staff/providers. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests, and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Assistspatients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers. Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; applies electrodes and initiates physiologic monitoring equipment; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and routine inspection of IV sites.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's intake and output. Accurately takes and records patient's vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing and other pertinent information in the patient's health record. Performs routine treatments/activities identified by unit/hospital policy including Foley Catheter insertion, removal and care; suctioning; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; set-up and care of oxygen equipment; shave preps; and assistance in the application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints, slings, TED and SCD supports, and other immobilization equipment.
Maintains the comfort, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation, and application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures. Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards. Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members. Ensures complete hand off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR.
Participates in patient/family teaching and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary. Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participate in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal and cleaning patient rooms. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies, etc. Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED,
Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program and active CNA certification, an experienced MedStar Washington Hospital Center nursing assistant, or the equivalent; or completion of a national Registered Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic program/course with at least six months or more experience as an EMT, CCT, or EMTP; or Nursing Student (RN Program) with completion of at least one year of clinical rotation or a graduate of an approved nursing program (LPN or RN).
BLS - Basic Life Support.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $19.93 - USD $29.98 /Hr.
MedStar Health is looking for a PatientCare Technician to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center within our ER Department!
As a PatientCare Technician, you will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patientcare activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical staff/providers. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests, and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Assistspatients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers. Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; applies electrodes and initiates physiologic monitoring equipment; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and routine inspection of IV sites.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's intake and output. Accurately takes and records patient's vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing and other pertinent information in the patient's health record. Performs routine treatments/activities identified by unit/hospital policy including Foley Catheter insertion, removal and care; suctioning; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; set-up and care of oxygen equipment; shave preps; and assistance in the application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints, slings, TED and SCD supports, and other immobilization equipment.
Maintains the comfort, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation, and application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures. Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards. Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members. Ensures complete hand off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR.
Participates in patient/family teaching and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary. Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participate in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal and cleaning patient rooms. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies, etc. Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED,
Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program and active CNA certification, an experienced MedStar Washington Hospital Center nursing assistant, or the equivalent; or completion of a national Registered Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic program/course with at least six months or more experience as an EMT, CCT, or EMTP; or Nursing Student (RN Program) with completion of at least one year of clinical rotation or a graduate of an approved nursing program (LPN or RN).
BLS - Basic Life Support.
How much does a patient care assistant earn in Reston, VA?
The average patient care assistant in Reston, VA earns between $19,000 and $39,000 annually. This compares to the national average patient care assistant range of $23,000 to $45,000.
Average patient care assistant salary in Reston, VA
$27,000
What are the biggest employers of Patient Care Assistants in Reston, VA?
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