Certified Medical Assistant- Dermatology Clinic - Days

VCU Health; Stony Point (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Job summary

VCU Health's Dermatology Clinic at Stony Point seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician supervision. The role supports a dermatology service line including Mohs surgery, phototherapy and prep for procedures.

Onsite staff enjoy free parking at the Stony Point campus. Certification and CMA program completion are required, with experience preferred. Day shifts, weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national association.
• One year of CMA experience preferred or graduation from an accredited CMA program.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-specific direct patient care under physician direction.
• Utilize clinical and clerical software for scheduling, documentation and communications.
• Support nursing team and surgical area with Mohs clinic workflow.
• Maintain patient comfort, safety and privacy during visits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email applications

Job description

The Dermatology Clinic at Stony Point cares for dermatology patients across all ages with varying disease processes from acne to transplant patients to skin cancer cases. Our clinic provides skin services such as phototherapy, blue light therapy and Mohs surgery. All of our clinical staff, RNs, LPN and CMAs, completes the Certified Dermatology Tech course and has the opportunity to work in the clinic’s surgical area with our Mohs surgeon. Our clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm with morning and afternoon clinic hours offering several options for scheduling. Our team members enjoy free onsite parking at our Stony Point campus.

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. 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

For busy dermatology clinic at Stony Point 9109

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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