Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Infectious Disease Clinic - Days

vcuhealth; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the Infectious Disease Clinic in Richmond. This part-time role offers 16 hours per week of weekday daytime work, supporting age-specific patient care under physician direction and the plan of care.

The CMA will perform clinical tasks, assist with patient flow, and manage basic documentation while ensuring safety, confidentiality and compassionate care. AHA BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• One year of medical assistant experience required if not a graduate of a medical assistant program.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific care under physician orders and plan of care.
• Assist with patient flow, administrative tasks and documentation.
• Handle medications and related supplies under supervision as directed.

Skills

Medical assistant experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assisting program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Located at the Adult Outpatient Pavilion, the Infectious Disease Clinic serves a diverse patient population from birth to geriatric for a wide range of cases such as HIV+ requiring lifetime treatment, cardiac transplant patients with post‑op infections and general adult ID cases. As a champion of affordable care, we are a part of the Ryan White Program which helps provide funding to HIV+ individuals who are in need of assistance for their treatments. Our clinic emphasizes the importance of teamwork and diversity in the workplace. We are excited to add an experienced CMA to our team! 16 hours/week, weekday daytime hours only

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.

Days

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