Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Centra Health; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Centra Medical Group's Resource Pool across central and southern Virginia. The MA provides patient support, may perform clerical duties, and coordinates care with providers under supervision.

Responsibilities include vital signs, patient education, medications administration, EMR documentation, and adherence to HIPAA and CMS guidelines. AAMA certification and BLS are required, with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED is required.
• Graduate Medical Assistant program ABHES/CAAHEP accreditation is required.
• BLS certification within the first six months of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in examination and treatment under provider supervision; measures vital signs.
• Provides compassionate environment and educates patients and families.
• Administers medications and wound care as directed by a provider.
• Maintains accurate patient records in an EMR system.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and HIPAA compliance.
• Collects blood or tissue samples, observes asepsis; phlebotomy competencies on file.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Graduated Medical Assistant program (ABHES or CAAHEP accredited)

BLS certification

Job description

Centra Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Centra Medical Group's Resource Pool across central and southern Virginia. The MA provides patient support, may perform clerical duties, and coordinates care with providers under supervision.

Responsibilities include vital signs, patient education, medications administration, EMR documentation, and adherence to HIPAA and CMS guidelines. AAMA certification and BLS are required, with a valid driver’s license.