Certified Medical Assistant: Hands-On Care & Lab Duties

Riverside Health System; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Gloucester, VA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide a wide range of clinical duties in a busy medical office setting. The role includes lab procedures, preauthorizations, scheduling tests and referrals, and ensuring smooth patient flow.

The successful candidate will be a Program Graduate Medical Assistant with CMA certification and CPR/BLS/First Aid credentials. Ambulatory care experience is preferred; responsibilities include patient education, scheduling within

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant credential required.
• CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs lab procedures including phlebotomy and specimen handling; schedules tests and referrals within network guidelines.
• Maintains knowledge of ICD and CPT coding; follows payer guidelines and regulations.
• Assists patients with appointments, referrals, and access to care; provides excellent customer service and clear communication.
• Completes initial patient workups, assists providers with procedures, and ensures rooms and equipment are ready for the next patient.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

EHR proficiency

ICD/CPT coding

Chaperoning patients

Education

Medical Assistant Certification Program

Job description

Riverside Health System in Gloucester, VA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide a wide range of clinical duties in a busy medical office setting. The role includes lab procedures, preauthorizations, scheduling tests and referrals, and ensuring smooth patient flow.

The successful candidate will be a Program Graduate Medical Assistant with CMA certification and CPR/BLS/First Aid credentials. Ambulatory care experience is preferred; responsibilities include patient education, scheduling within