Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multispecialty Clinic - Days

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Certified Medical Assistant at VCU Health System Authority provides direct, age-specific care to patients under physician supervision, following orders and the plan of care.

This role requires CMA certification from a recognized national body, one year of related experience if not a graduate, and strong organizational and communication skills. The position involves working all three shifts, including weekends and holidays, with compensation ranging from $19.00 to $28.51 per hour.

Qualificações

• Must have current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national professional association.
• One year of medical assistant experience within last 3 years if not a graduate of a medical assistant program; if graduate, no work experience required.
• Demonstrated ability with computers and common software; strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Functions under direction of a licensed practitioner, manager, or RN in patient care and support.
• May require approval for time/schedule changes or directed care deviations from standard procedures.
• Duties may include handling, transporting, access to, and contact with medications and related supplies.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Formação académica

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Email

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Certified Medical Asssitant 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

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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