Medical Assistant I

Are you a Medical Assistant who is looking for a change of pace, with reasonable hours, a focus on internal growth and excellent benefits?

Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a Medical Assistant at our Louisville, KY clinic.

Who is Leidos QTC Health Services?

Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and nongovernment customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com for more information

What part would you play in this role?

As a Medical Assistant, you interact directly with patients daily. Your professionalism and empathy will greatly enhance the patient experience, making the patients feel more comfortable and cared for. You are crucial in keeping the clinic running smoothly by efficiently managing tasks, utilizing your clinical skills, supporting providers and communicating with your team and patients.

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Work as a team
• Perform routine and basic front and back-office duties, to include phones, data entry
• Assist in the examination process of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Interview patients
• Record information on patients' charts
• Draw and collect blood samples and/or urine samples from patients
• Prepare specimens for laboratory analysis
• Conduct a variety of diagnostic tests. EKGs, PFTs, Doppler studies, etc.

Requirements:

• Graduate of accredited vocational MA program / MA Diploma OR Military Equivalent (Medic/Hospital Corpsman)
• Ability to pass a medical clearance consisting of passing an N95 respirator fit test, properly wearing organizational standard respiratory protective equipment as required, passing a Tuberculosis/TB test, and receiving a Hepatitis A/B vaccine series or passing a Hepatitis A/B Titer test and other medical clearances/vaccinations as required.  
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certification required within 30 days of starting.
• Experience in Occupational Medicine clinic, General Medical, Internal Medicine work environment preferred.
• State of Washington ONLY: Active Medical Assistant License w/ the Washington State Department of Health.

Experience/Education/Pay:

• Level I: $17.40 - $18 per hour
  • HS Diploma w/ 0-1 years of Medical Assistant experience
• Level II: $18 - $19.50 per hour
  • HS Diploma w/ 1-3 years of Medical Assistant experience
• Level III: $20 - $21 per hour
  • HS Diploma w/ 3-5 years of Medical Assistant experience
• Level IV: $22 - $23.50 per hour
  • HS Diploma w/ 5-10 years of Medical Assistant experience
  • National Medical Assistant Certification
• Level V: $24 - $26 per hour
  • AA in Medical Assisting w/ 10 years of Medical Assistant experience
  • National Medical Assistant Certification

In addition to competitive hourly rates, all Medical Assistants are eligible for bonuses up to 6% annually.

Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education for all levels.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, performance-related bonuses, health and wellness programs, student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement, paid leave and retirement. More details are available here. 

The Leidos QTC Health Services pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.

Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.

Experience

• Less than 10 year(s): Medical Assisting

Education

• Medical Assistant or better
• High School Diploma or better

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR
• Basic Life Supp Inst

• Medical Assistant

Skills

• PFT
• Medical Terminology
• EKG
• Doppler Studies
• Blood Draws/Venipuncture

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)