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Go VCE; Nellysford (VA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability benefits

Retirement Savings

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant/EMT-Paramedic–level clinical support staff to assist RNs and providers in a busy outpatient setting. Responsibilities include vital signs, medication reviews, patient data collection, and administrative tasks.

You will help retrieve medical records, manage prior authorizations, and support family teaching plans while upholding safety and quality standards across age groups.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification from a recognized national professional association.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with clinical tasks including vital signs, medication reviews, and refills.
• Assist with retrieving medical records, covering Epic In Baskets, prior authorizations, and procedural assistance.
• Support clinic operations with communication to team, providers, and patients.
• Assist with patient data collection across age groups and ensure safety.
• Contribute to patient/family teaching plans and professional development.

Skills

Clinical support

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Patient education

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA/AMT/NAHP/ARMA/NHA)

EMT or Paramedic certification (Virginia)

Tools

Epic In Baskets

Job description

Assists RN with additional and unique needs of the patient population. Perform clinical functions (e.g. vital signs, medication review, pending of medication refills), assist RNs with administrative tasks, and provide general support to RNs. Under the direction of the manager or designee, support clinic functions by retrieving medical record, covering Epic In Baskets, obtaining prior authorizations, and assisting with procedures.

• Assists the RNCC and/or LIP in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients
• Assists the registered nurse and/or provider with patients’ physical, psychological, social, and cultural data collection according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering patient and interdisciplinary team needs.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the RNCC or provider.
• Provides care for all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.
• Assists to develop and implement patient/family teaching plans based on identified health education needs and condition and age of the patient.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• Contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned in accordance with specialties served.
• Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: 3 years clinical experience

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), the AMT (American Medical Technologists), NAHP (The National Association of Healthcare Professions), the ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or the NHA (National Healthcare Association).

OR

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Requirement: Virginia Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $20.88 - $30.81 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report \"Best Hospitals\" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as \"High Performing\" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.