Medical Assistant

Sentara Health; Lessac; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara Orthopedic Trauma Specialists in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Medical Assistant. The role involves providing patient care and performing administrative tasks under the supervision of physicians and mid-level providers.

The position is full-time, daytime hours, with on-site responsibilities and a focus on accurate documentation and scheduling. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program and at least one year

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• One year of clinical/administrative experience is required.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative tasks under supervision.
• Assist physicians, NPs, PAs, and other staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate charting, scheduling, and documentation.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Title and Company

Sentara Orthopedic Trauma Specialists are hiring a Medical Assistant!

Position Location

Norfolk, VA

Position Status

Full-time Days

Overview

The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative and clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program (Preferred)

Certification/Licensure

• Certification must be received within (9) nine months of employment in one of the following certification programs:
• BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

Certification Options

• CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or
• CMA- Certified Medical Assistant or
• RMA- Registered Medical Assistant or
• EMT- Emergency Medical Technician

Experience

• One year of clinical/administrative experience (Required)
• Phlebotomy experience (Preferred)

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $21.69 - $32.14 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra‑shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.