Medical Assistant

Sentara Health; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Tuition assistance

Student debt payoff

CEU access

Pet insurance

Legal resources

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sentara Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and administrative tasks under supervision, ensuring safety and high-quality service. The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians, NP/PA, RN, and other staff, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualified candidates possess a High School Diploma and CMA/RMA/CCMA credentials, plus EMT and BLS within 90 days. Less than one year of related experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Certification as CMA / RMA / CCMA and EMT preferred.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Less than 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks and administrative/clerical duties as directed.
• Maintain patient safety and comply with department policies.
• Support inter-departmental interactions and efficient daily operations.
• Utilize resources responsibly and follow safety and ethical guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative tasks

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Registered Medical Assistant

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Certified EMT

BLS within 90 days

Job description

City/State

Charlottesville, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

SMG is hiring a Medical Assistant

5,000 Sign on Bonus offered to eligible candidate!

The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

The Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety; identifies, addresses, and incorporates principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees. Provides patient care tasks and procedures and administrative duties (as appropriate). Demonstrates the ability to objectively assess a specific situation from a few viewpoints considers an array of alternatives, assists with the development of realistic action plans and evaluates outcomes. Demonstrates the development of the specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants, effective inter-departmental interactions, and ability to follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices. Productive and efficient in daily operations. Utilizes appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.

Education

• High School Diploma

Certification

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Certified EMT (EMT-B, AEMT, or Paramedic)
• BLS within 90 days of hire date

Experience

• Less than a year of related experience.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.