Surry Rural Health Center

12/05/2025

NOW ACCEPTING NEW PEDIATRIC & YOUNG ADULT PATIENTS!!! Please call 336-352-4900 to schedule an appointment and verify your insurance.

Micaela Christian, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She was raised in Hillsborough, NC, and has deep family ties to both Stokes and Surry Counties. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and went on to earn her Master of Medical Science from the Wake Forest School of Medicine in 2025. During her time at Wake Forest, Micaela also participated in the Emerging Leaders Program and completed a Master of Science in Health Management through the Wake Forest School of Business.
Micaela has a strong passion for caring for pediatric and young adult patients. She values the privilege of guiding families through both joyful milestones and challenging health moments, and she aims to make every patient feel comfortable, cared for, and truly listened to. Her commitment to this community is deeply personal. Micaela’s grandmother dedicated her nursing career to serving the people of Surry County, working with the Health Department and a local hospice. Micaela is honored to carry forward that legacy by caring for the community that has shaped her family for generations.

11/18/2025

Surry Rural Health Center is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant. A Medical Assistant is responsible for preparing patient rooms and assisting in the efficient flow of patient care within a healthcare facility. This role involves both administrative and clinical tasks to ensure a positive patient experience and support healthcare providers.

Job Responsibilities and Duties
• Monitor patient flow and physician schedules
• Greet and room patients, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed
• Verifies patient information by interviewing the patient, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of the visit
• Take and document vital signs, height, weight, and other information for patient visit
• Collect patient medical histories and update electronic health records (EHR)
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members about the care process
• Administer vaccines, injections, and medications under the direction of a physician
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation as required
• Perform EKGs, Spirometry, and other basic laboratory tests or office procedures as directed
• Assist physicians or other nursing staff during patient examinations and procedures
• Provide educational materials to patients regarding their care and follow-up instructions
• Ensure patient rooms are clean, organized, and equipped with necessary supplies
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications
• Respond to emergencies in the office per facility protocol
• Handle phone calls and assist with administrative tasks as needed
• Handles other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of modern office equipment
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Proficient with medical terminology
• 1+ years in a medical office preferred

Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance

Job Type: Full-time
Location: In-Office
Hours per Week: 30-40
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 10 hr shifts; every other weekend
​ Sat – 8-2
​ Sun - 1-5

Please send a resume to:
Surry Rural Health Center
ATTN: Regina Patel
113 Scenic Outlet Lane, Unit 2
Mount Airy, NC 27030
336-352-4900

11/11/2025

Happy Veteran’s Day to Dr. Minton and all service members.

09/23/2025

This week, we welcomed a few new members to the Northern team... 🐾

We are so grateful for the interest received for our Pet Therapy Program and are happy to share 9 dogs have successfully completed their evaluations and will be starting their rounds soon!

If you are a dog owner interested in volunteering for our Pet Therapy Program, please reach out to Riley with Smiley K9 to schedule your evaluation session at smileyk9training@yahoo.com!

09/23/2025

Group home visit today. Surry Yadkin Residential Services (SYRC) is a hidden gem in Surry County. They work with mentally and physically disabled adults. They have a very nice store on Pine Street near Main Street, Mount Airy. Crafts are made with the help of the residents. Glad to assist in their medical care. Check out their store if you are in the area.

09/11/2025

Bonnie Lou has the look in her eyes when she knows she has gotten in trouble for having too much fun. Sorry, Bonnie will be absent from work today.

09/11/2025

What a nice surprise today. Even though I am far from the best Doctor. Thank you greatly Jacqueline Robinson.

09/11/2025

When tomorrow is Therapy Dog Thursday and Miss Bonnie Lou decided she would play in the mud by the pond tonight…. Might be her first time reporting to HR to explain her work attire. Will see how she looks in the morning. To be continued…

05/30/2025

Miss Millie will have a new intern starting in a few weeks. Miss Millie will be training Bonnie Lou as a new Pet Therapy puppy/dog. So if you see Bonnie Lou, feel free to pet her and say hello.

05/07/2025