Certified Medical Assistant: Ambulatory Clinical Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Coverage

Health Savings Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health in Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision by the physician or LIP/RN designee. The role includes taking vital signs, preparing specimens, phlebotomy, ECG, spirometry, and helping with examinations and procedures.

The position requires communication with patients and team members, data collection across physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions, and accurate documentation and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Current Medical Assistant certification from a recognized national association (AAMA/AMT/NAHP/ARMA/NHA).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations/procedures.
• Prepare laboratory specimens and perform tests (point-of-care, ECG/EKG, venipuncture).
• Complete standardized rooming and clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
• Provide administrative support: scheduling, forms, and inbasket messaging coverage.
• Document and capture charges for clinical services rendered during visits.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Data collection

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Venipuncture/Phlebotomy

ECG/EKG

Spirometry

CLIA waived lab testing

Job description

UVA Health in Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision by the physician or LIP/RN designee. The role includes taking vital signs, preparing specimens, phlebotomy, ECG, spirometry, and helping with examinations and procedures.

The position requires communication with patients and team members, data collection across physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions, and accurate documentation and