Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - GI/Nephrology - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

VCU Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician supervision in our clinical teams in Richmond, VA. The role requires CMA certification by a national body, BLS-HCP, and either one year of MA experience or completion of an accredited MA program.

Proficiency with computers and MS Office is expected. Clinical duties include applying care plans, medication handling under supervision, and flexible shift rotations including weekends and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national association.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
• One year MA experience if not CMA program graduate; no experience if CMA program graduate.
• Experience with computers and software including Microsoft Office and email.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and communication/interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician direction.
• Functions under the supervision of a licensed practitioner, manager or RN.
• Adhere to hospital/policy procedures; communicate changes to supervisor.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

CMA program graduate

Outils

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

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 Range: $19.00 - $28.51

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

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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