Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Float Pool - Days

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

Job summary

VCU Health seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for its regional float pool. You will provide direct, age-specific patient care across multiple clinics in the Tappahannock region, with assignments varying by staffing needs and volumes.

Flexibility is essential as schedules can change; occasional mid-day moves may be required to cover clinics. Requires MA certification and BLS, with 1 year MA experience if not a graduate.

Qualifications

• One year MA experience in last 3 years if not a graduate of MA program.
• Certified Medical Assistant through a national professional association (AAMA/AMT/NHA) required for hire.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Functions under direction of a licensed practitioner, providing patient care and emotional support per policy.
• Requires prior supervisor approval for time/schedule changes, legal issues, and directed care outside standard procedures.
• Duties may include handling, transporting, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Job description

This position is part of our regional float pool, and team members are trained to work in any clinic location in Tappahannock region. May be assigned to family medicine, pediatrics, or any of our specialty clinics depending on staffing needs, PTO coverage, or higher‑than‑usual clinic volumes. We try to be mindful of where each float lives when scheduling, but they are expected to work anywhere from Callao to King William if needed.

Schedules are provided about two weeks in advance, but the role is highly flexible. Assignments can change the day of if a greater need comes up, and may occasionally be asked to move to another clinic mid‑day when it’s reasonable.

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).

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

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.

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 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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