Medical Assistant

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Legal Resources Plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Sentara Health in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and administrative duties under the supervision of a physician and care team. The role supports efficient patient flow and safety and requires a high school diploma with CMA/RMA/CCMA or EMT certifications within 90 days of hire.

Preferred candidates have 1 year clinical/administrative experience, phlebotomy skills, and EMR proficiency; a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is offered to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as CMA/RMA/CCMA/EMT preferred or required within 90 days of hire.
• 1 year clinical/administrative experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative/clerical tasks as directed.
• Work under supervision of physician, NP/PA, RN or LPN.
• Coordinate with care team to support patient flow and safety.

Skills

Clinical experience

Administrative duties

EMR experience

Phlebotomy experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant

Registered Medical Assistant

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Certified EMT (EMT-B, AEMT)

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Overview:

• Sign on Bonus up to 5K offered to eligible candidate! *

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

SMG Cardiology Specialists are hiring a Medical Assistant!

• Sign on Bonus up to 5K offered to eligible candidate! *

Position Location:

Norfolk, VA

Position Status:

Fulltime Days

Overview

Perform 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)

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification

Must have one of the following Certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Certified EMT (EMT-B, AEMT)
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire

Experience

• Clinical/Administrative experience 1 year preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred

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 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.