Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Center for Team Care

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-specific care under physician direction. The role emphasizes patient comfort, communication, and teamwork within a hospital setting.

Requires CMA certification, BLS/CPR, and education from an accredited CMA program. Experience preferred but new graduates are considered based on training and credentials. Competitive shifts include weekends and holidays with salary aligned to market practices.

Qualifications

• Current CMA certification through a recognized national professional association.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a CMA program acceptable for those with no work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician direction.
• Handle medications and related supplies per policy.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with the care team.
• Work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

CMA program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

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

Compensation Grade Range: $19.00 - $28.51

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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