Neurology Medical Assistant

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k/403B

Performance Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Work Perks

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc is seeking a Medical Assistant in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The role involves performing patient care and administrative tasks under supervision, with a focus on safety and effective interactions. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma and certification such as CCMA, CMA, RMA, or EMT-B. Attractive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. Be part of a healthcare organization dedicated to quality and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Valid certification such as CCMA, CMA, RMA, EMT-B required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative tasks under supervision.
• Ensure safety for patients and employees.
• Demonstrate effective inter-departmental interactions.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative duties

Basic Life Support

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

BLS Certification

CCMA

CMA

RMA

EMT-B Certification

Job description

Overview

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). One of the following certifications is required upon hire: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification (EMT).

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. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

Education

HS Diploma required

Certification/Licensure

CCMA, CMA, RMA, EMT-B or Paramedic certification required

Experience

None required

Benefits

Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates!