Certified Medical Assistant – (CMA) - Physician Office - Bon Secours Richmond OB/GYN

Bon Secours Health System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care, ensuring that all services align with medical guidelines. Your responsibilities will include managing patient records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment areas, all while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and care. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values integrity, respect, and collaboration, making a meaningful impact in the lives of the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Active Medical Assisting Certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review and update health records, measure vital signs.
• Prepare treatment rooms and interact with patients.
• Perform clerical duties and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Certified Medical Assistant – (CMA) - Physician Office - Bon Secours Richmond OB/GYN, Midlothian, VA

Sign on Bonus - $1,000

Full Time Schedule
8am-5pm M-F

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations. As part of team, Certified Medical Assistants will interact with patients and perform various clinical/nonclinical functions as directed by the provider while following HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

Essential Functions:

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
• Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height
• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED

Licensure/Certification:

• Active Medical Assisting Certification (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required within 90 days of hire)

Experience:

• One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
• Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalentRequired
• 1+ year of experience in a medical facility working as a medical assistant or comparable clinical/patient-facing rolePreferred
• CCMA, CMA, Required

Position Summary

As part of our orthopedic team, Certified Medical Assistants will interact with patients and perform various clinical/nonclinical functions as directed by the provider while following HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

Primary Functions & Accountabilities

• Patient intake to include medical/surgical history, medication and allergy review as well as height, weight and blood pressure.
• Perform clinical functions such as suture or staple removal, cast removal, dressing care or injections preparation.
• Surgery scheduling to include pre-operative clearance and testing coordination.
• Order entry via electronic medical record as directed by provider.
• Respond to patient communication under direction of provider.
• Follow HIPAA and OSHA guidelines at all times.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in a clinic or doctor’s office (preferred)
• 1 year prior authorization experience (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]