Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic- Days

VCU Health•Richmond, VA

3d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to patients based on medical orders and the plan of care, under the direction of a physician. The role works under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN to provide patient care, emotional support, and problem solving in accordance with hospital, nursing, and unit policies and procedures. Duties may include handling, transporting, accessing, and/or contacting medications and related supplies. The position is listed for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in the Ambulatory Outpatient Pavilion, with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and no weekends or evenings. However, the posting also states that Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays, and that individual rotations and schedules are established with the Nurse Manager or Practice Manager. Schedules and work hours may be adjusted to meet clinic requirements. A current Medical Assistant certification from a recognized national professional association is required for hire and continued employment. AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent is also required for continued employment. Compensation is listed at $19.00–$28.51; actual offers depend on relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for offers accepted by June 30, 2024, subject to terms and conditions.

Requirements

Current Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association, required for hire and continued employment.
AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent, required for continued employment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of medical assistant work experience within the last three years if not a graduate of a medical assistant program; no work experience is required for graduates of a medical assistant program.
Previous experience using a personal computer and software applications, including Microsoft applications and email.
Demonstrated strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
Previous experience in an academic health care environment.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting training program, such as one accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.

Responsibilities

Provide direct, age-specific patient care based on medical orders and the plan of care under physician direction.
Provide patient care, emotional support, and problem solving under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN, following applicable policies and procedures.
Handle, transport, access, and/or have contact with medications and related supplies as job duties require.
Seek supervisor approval or guidance for schedule changes, legal issues, care that deviates from standard, and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.