Medical Assistant

Sentara; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Cardiology Specialist Port Warwick in Newport News, VA is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant. The role involves patient care and administrative duties, with a focus on safety and quality. Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and travel to sister Cardiology offices as needed.

Minimum education includes a High School Diploma and certification such as CMA/RMA/CCMA/EMT-B, with BLS within 90 days of hire. Prior clinical experience is encouraged but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification required: CMA, RMA, CCMA, EMT-B; BLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative tasks as delegated by Physician, NP/PA, RN or LPN.
• Ensure safety and adherence to department policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with coworkers to provide efficient daily operations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

CMA certification

RMA certification

CCMA certification

EMT-B certification

BLS certification

Job description

City/StateNewport News, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Sentara Cardiology Specialist Port Warwick in New Port News, VA is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant.Up to 5,000 Sign on Bonus offered to eligible candidates!Candidates must be flexible to travel within sister Cardiology offices.OverviewThe 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.EducationHigh School DiplomaCertificationMust have one of the following Certifications:Certified Medical AssistantRegistered Medical Assistant Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certified EMT (EMT-B)BLS within 90 days of hire dateExperienceLess than a year of related experience.Keywords: Talroo-Allied Health, Medical Assistant, CMA, RMA, CCMA, EMT, medical assisting, back office, front officeWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $21.69 - $32.14 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.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•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established 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.