Medical Assistant: Sign-On Bonus, Ambulatory Care

UVA Health; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UVA Health in Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support in an ambulatory setting, assist physicians, perform vital signs, specimen collection, and basic lab testing under supervision. The role requires completing rooming, documentation, and administrative tasks while ensuring patient safety and quality of care.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and pursue Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire; accreditation by CAAHEP/ABHES or national certs accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures.
• Performs laboratory tests and point-of-care testing, venipuncture, specimen collection.
• Assists with rooming, data collection, and documentation.
• Provides administrative support including scheduling, chart preparation, and message handling.
• Maintains safe environment and appropriate patient care throughout visits.
• Documents and captures charges for clinical services.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical support

Phlebotomy/Specimen collection

Medical terminology

Administrative support/scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UVA Health in Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support in an ambulatory setting, assist physicians, perform vital signs, specimen collection, and basic lab testing under supervision. The role requires completing rooming, documentation, and administrative tasks while ensuring patient safety and quality of care.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and pursue Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire.