Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Multispecialty Surgery Clinic - Weekday PRN

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct care to patients in a multispecialty clinic. Responsibilities include patient education, assisting with procedures, and working alongside various providers. Successful candidates will have a current Medical Assistant Certification and either a year of relevant work experience or be a graduate of a medical assisting program. This position requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a working schedule from Monday to Friday, including flexibility for shifts.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through recognized associations.
• 1 year of medical assistant work experience unless a program graduate.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific care to patients based on medical orders.
• Assist with patient consults and educate patients on procedures.
• Administer emotional support and documentation as per hospital policy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email applications

Job description

This is a PRN position with shifts that will fall Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. Located on the 11th floor at the Adult Outpatient Pavilion, our Multispecialty Surgery Clinic specializes in adult care working with multiple providers for GI Bariatric, Colon & Rectal, and Trauma Services. As a multispecialty clinic we provide care for all surgery patients for post-op, follow-up and continued care. New patient consults are referred to our specialty surgeons and multiple procedures are performed in our clinics so we are constantly educating and working alongside our patients for a wide range of surgeries. Our clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with some flexibility. 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, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.