Certified Medical Assistant — Ambulatory Care & Lab Support

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Plans

Certification and education support

Job summary

UVA Health seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision. Duties include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting licensed professionals during exams and procedures.

Requires HS diploma, BLS, and national Medical Assistant certification. Ability to lift 20-50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Medical Assistant Certification from a national professional association is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in ensuring efficient clinic operations and communicates with team members, providers, and patients.
• Collects data for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions per standards and policy.
• Performs standardized rooming, clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
• Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during exams and procedures (e.g., specimen collection, point-of-care testing, ECG).
• Organizes and prioritizes daily work to support patient needs and operational efficiency.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions as directed by the Health Care Provider.
• Reinforces patient/family teaching plans using approved materials.
• Maintains a safe environment and safe delivery of care; ensures safety protocols.
• Maintains supplies and equipment and documents/charges for clinical services.
• Provides administrative support (draft letters, scheduling, dispense refills, in-basket messaging, chart prep).
• Demonstrates teamwork in delivery of patient care and respects time-sensitive issues.
• Maintains professional development as per policy; may take on additional duties as assigned.

Education

AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification

Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA/AMT/NAHP/ARMA/NHA)

Job description

UVA Health seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision. Duties include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting licensed professionals during exams and procedures.

Requires HS diploma, BLS, and national Medical Assistant certification. Ability to lift 20-50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment is essential.