Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Clinical & Admin Support

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Coverage

HSAs & FSAs

Certification & Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking an Medical Assistant to provide clinical support in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or LIP/RN designee. Responsibilities include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient clinic operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policy, and age-appropriate patient interactions, with a strong focus on patient health and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Certified Medical Assistant through a national professional association is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical intake and rooming.
• Perform clinical tasks such as specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Provide administrative support including scheduling and patient messaging.
• Maintain safe environment and sterile techniques; document charges.
• Collaborate with health care professionals to support patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Administrative support

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ECG/EKG

Spirometry

Venipuncture

Laboratory testing

Job description

UVA Health is seeking an Medical Assistant to provide clinical support in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or LIP/RN designee. Responsibilities include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient clinic operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policy, and age-appropriate patient interactions, with a strong focus on patient health and safety.