Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Greengate OBGYN - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems in Richmond, VA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of a physician and the plan of care.

Requirements include a current CMA certification and a high school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program is preferred; willingness to work all shifts with strong organizational and interpersonal skills is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national body.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician direction.
• Function under supervision of licensed practitioner, manager, and/or RN with adherence to policies.
• Handle medications and related supplies as part of patient care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assisting program graduation (CAAHEP/ABHES)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email applications

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.

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.

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