Certified Medical Assistant

Sentara Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Job summary

Sentara Health in Hampton, VA seeks a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and administrative tasks under supervision of physicians, NP/PA, RN or LPN. Certification required on hire: CMA, RMA, CCMA or EMT. BLS within 90 days.

The role emphasizes safety, timely care, and efficient daily operations. Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates; state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• Certification on hire: CMA, RMA, CCMA or EMT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care and administrative/clerical tasks under supervision of Physician, NP/PA, RN or LPN.
• Adheres to department and system policies, procedures, and practices to ensure safety and quality care.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Tasks

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Overview

Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates!

The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical 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). One of the following certifications is required upon hire: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification (EMT). The Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety, identifies and addresses safety principles for patients, visitors, and employees, and delivers patient care tasks and administrative duties. Demonstrates objective assessment, considers alternatives, assists in developing realistic action plans, and evaluates outcomes while following department and system policies, procedures, and practices. Productive and efficient in daily operations, utilizing appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

City / State

Hampton, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Education

HS Diploma required

Certification / Licensure

One of the following certifications is required upon hire: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification (EMT).

Experience

None Required

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
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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.