What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Services Assistant position at Volanno?
Description
The Medical Services Assistant provides administrative and clinical support within the Medical Office, ensuring the smooth coordination of employee medical examinations and the accurate handling of medical records and diagnostic information. This role supports WMATA's employee health compliance program by maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and operational efficiency in all medical service activities.
Key responsibilities include safeguarding the confidentiality of all employee and applicant files, records, and communications both verbally and in writing. The Medical Services Assistant coordinates the scheduling of required medical examinations for employees across divisions and departments, ensuring timely completion and compliance with WMATA health standards.
The role prepares electrocardiogram (EKG), spirometry, and X-ray results for review and interpretation by licensed physicians. The Medical Services Assistant ensures that all specimens are properly labeled, documented, and compliant with chain-of-custody requirements, maintaining the accuracy and traceability of all medical testing procedures.
Additional responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining medical equipment to ensure all instruments are in proper working condition, as well as performing basic adjustments and troubleshooting in cases of minor malfunctions.
This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, experience in a medical office, and a commitment to confidentiality and patient care. The Medical Services Assistant plays a crucial role in upholding the integrity, efficiency, and professionalism of WMATA's medical and occupational health operations.
Requirements
Associate Degree in Allied Health Sciences or completion of 2 years of collegiate level work in Allied Health Sciences from an accredited institution or completion of a certified medical assistant training program.Certified status or eligible at a minimal level D BAT (Breath Alcohol Testing) certification is required.
Entry Level, One (1) year of experience in a medical office setting.
Company Profile
Volanno is a certified woman-owned small business headquartered in Washington, DC. As an IT solution provider, our services include custom software development, program management, and advanced data analytics. From scoping and defining to implementation and support, we are ready to support our clients’ needs at any stage of development in designing and building solutions that prepare them for the future.
It is the policy of Volanno to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Volanno will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
