Certified Medical Assistant - Multishift Patient Care

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond looks for a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician orders. The role requires current MA certification and AHA BLS HCP or equivalent.

Eligibility depends on experience and education, including possible rotation across three shifts, weekends, and holidays. Candidates with MA program graduation (CAAHEP/ABHES) preferred; strong organization, problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association.
• AHA BLS HCP certification or equivalent.
• One year MA experience within last three years if not a graduate; none if graduate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) preferred.
• Functions under direction of physician, manager or RN.
• Shift changes and scheduling may require approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician orders.
• Assist with medications and related supplies as needed.
• Work across three shifts, including weekends and holidays with rotation.
• Utilize computer systems and software applications.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills.

Skills

Organization skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

MA program graduate (CAAHEP/ABHES) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

VCU Health in Richmond looks for a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct, age-specific patient care under physician orders. The role requires current MA certification and AHA BLS HCP or equivalent.

Eligibility depends on experience and education, including possible rotation across three shifts, weekends, and holidays. Candidates with MA program graduation (CAAHEP/ABHES) preferred; strong organization, problem-solving and communication skills are essential.