Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Dermatology

U.V.A Medical Center-posted 3 months ago
$18 - $28/Yr
Full-time
Charlottesville, VA
Hospitals
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Medical Assistants provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient's physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure and competency to promote patient health and wellness. Duties may include: patient care, vital signs, assisting licensed health care professionals, performing various laboratory tests, quality control indicators, and clinical intake. This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

  • Assists in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients.
  • Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
  • Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
  • Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures.
  • Prepares laboratory specimens and performs testing (i.e. point of care testing, CLIA waived testing ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection, etc.).
  • Cleans and sterilizes instruments/equipment and rooms, disposes of contaminated supplies, performs wound care, and administers medications.
  • Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
  • Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider (HCP).
  • Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions.
  • Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
  • Maintains supplies and equipment.
  • Documents and captures charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit.
  • Performs administrative support responsibilities, including drafting letters, facilitating scheduling, and assisting with clinic/chart prep.
  • Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care and recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
  • Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
  • Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
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