Certified Medical Assistant CMA- Center for Advanced Health Management- Days

Davita Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for its primary care clinic specializing in geriatric care. The position includes providing direct patient care and working alongside a talented interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in a healthcare environment, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference for the diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized professional association.
• One year of medical assistant work experience if not a graduate of a program.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct, age-specific patient care under physician's direction.
• Functions under the direction of an RN or physician.
• Room patients and perform skills within the scope of practice.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program

Job description

**$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

The VCU Center for Advanced Health Management (CAHM) is a home base for an advanced comprehensive care model for qualifying patients with complex care needs, including older adults. We are a specialized adult primary care clinic that is made up of two clinics: complex care and geriatric care. Our complex clinic cares for adults with multiple comorbidities and our geriatric clinic has geriatricians who specialize in dementia, mobility issues and caregiver burden. Our team supports a very diverse patient population so our nurses are always learning and growing. We are a wonderful team of nurses, social workers, pharmacy, x-ray, outreach and lab excited to welcome a new team member!

The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the physician.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.

AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a medical assistant program
No work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant program
Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.
Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience PREFERRED:
Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
Previous experience in an academic health care environment

Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED:
Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program of study such as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Independent action(s) required:
Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.
Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:
Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinic requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, change

The CMA will room patients at our geriatric PCP office and perform skills within their scope of practice. Maintain licensure and certifications required to maintain the position. Work within an interdisciplinary team including an RN and MD, NP , SW, Case Management, and Outreach to provide the best care to our geriatric population

Days

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