Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Support

Go VCE; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Health Savings Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking Medical Assistants to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or licensed provider. Responsibilities include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, ECG/EKG, phlebotomy, and maintaining clear communication with the care team.

Role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; current BLS and an MA certification from a recognized national association.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: None required.
• Licensure: BLS certification required; Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national professional association (AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA).

Responsibilities

• Assist in clinical intake, rooming, data collection and documentation.
• Provide clinical support to licensed health professionals during examinations and procedures (e.g., specimen collection, point-of-care testing, ECG/EKG, spirometry).
• Prepare laboratory specimens, perform testing where appropriate, and ensure proper sterilization of instruments and rooms.
• Assists with administrative tasks: scheduling, in-basket messaging coverage, and clinic/chart prep.
• Demonstrates teamwork and supports efficient clinic operations.
• Maintains supplies and patient safety during care delivery.

Skills

Clinical support

Vital signs

Lab testing assistance

Phlebotomy

Administrative support

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UVA Health is seeking Medical Assistants to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under supervision of a physician or licensed provider. Responsibilities include patient care, vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, ECG/EKG, phlebotomy, and maintaining clear communication with the care team.

Role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; current BLS and an MA certification from a recognized national association.