Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Infectious Disease Clinic

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Certification and education support

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in an ambulatory setting. Responsibilities include assisting licensed healthcare professionals, performing clinical intake, documenting patient visits, and maintaining clinic operations. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and American Heart Association BLS certification. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must possess American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification required through recognized agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support and assist with administrative tasks.
• Maintain clinic operations and document patient visits.
• Implement age-appropriate interventions as directed.

Skills

Clinical support

Vital signs measurement

Data collection

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Medical software

Job description

Medical Assistants provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure and competency to promote patient health and wellness. Duties may include: patient care, vital signs, assisting licensed health care professionals, performing various laboratory tests, quality control indicators, and clinical intake.

This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

• Assists in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients.
• Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
• As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures. Clinical support services include but are not limited to preparing laboratory specimens, performing testing (i.e. point of care testing, CLIA waived testing ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection, etc.), appropriate cleaning and sterilization of instruments/equipment and rooms, disposing of contaminated supplies, performing wound care, administering medications.
• Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
• Implements age‑appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider (HCP).
• Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Documents and captures charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities. As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides administrative support to licensed healthcare professionals. Administrative support services include but are not limited to drafting letters and/or assisting with completion of forms, facilitating scheduling, pending medication refills, assisting with coverage of in‑basket messaging, assisting with clinic/chart prep.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time‑sensitive issues.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: None required.

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), the AMT (American Medical Technologists), NAHP (The National Association of Healthcare Professions), the ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or the NHA (National Healthcare Association).

Physical Requirements

The job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Ability to lift/push/pull 20–50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Savings Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.