Medical Assistant - Hand Surgery - Norfolk/Chesapeake, VA

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. In this full-time role, you will perform essential patient care and administrative tasks that contribute to a safe and efficient healthcare environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to work weekdays only, with no nights, holidays, or weekends, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and relevant certifications, along with a passion for patient care and safety. Join a supportive team where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of patients and the community.

Benefits

Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

No Nights, Holidays or Weekends

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma and relevant certifications.
• 1 year of clinical/administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative tasks under supervision.
• Ensure safety for patients and staff, while maintaining efficiency.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Skills

Safety Principles

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Sentara Medical Group Hand Surgery Specialists Kempsville and Greenbrier Offices are now hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant in the Norfolk/Chesapeake, VA areas!

**ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES CAN RECEIVE up to a $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!**

Hours: Monday-Friday, Dayshift. NO NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS or WEEKENDS!

Overview

The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative and 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 number of 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

• HS Diploma

Certification/Licensure

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days from hire

Experience

• Clinical/Adminsirative Experience 1 year preferred