Certified Medical Assistant - Clinical & Admin Support

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

HSA/FSAs

Education Support

Generous PTO

Job summary

University of Virginia’s UVA Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support, patient care, and administrative assistance in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or licensed designee. The role involves rooming, data collection, specimen handling, and coordination with the care team.

Required are a high school diploma, AHA BLS, and national MA certification. The position requires standing, lifting, and possible exposure to biohazards, with pay range noted in

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• AHA BLS certification required; Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national association is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care, vital signs, and clinical intake.
• Perform laboratory tests and point-of-care testing.
• Prepare specimens, venipuncture, and instrument sterilization.
• Provide administrative support: scheduling, forms, and in-basket messaging.
• Document charges for clinical services within the patient visit.
• Demonstrate teamwork and support for the interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AHA BLS certification

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

Job description

University of Virginia’s UVA Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support, patient care, and administrative assistance in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or licensed designee. The role involves rooming, data collection, specimen handling, and coordination with the care team.

Required are a high school diploma, AHA BLS, and national MA certification. The position requires standing, lifting, and possible exposure to biohazards, with pay range noted in