Certified Medical Assistant

Sentara Health•Williamsburg, VA

46d•Onsite

About The Position

SMG Internal Medicine is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Williamsburg, VA. This role involves performing patient care and administrative/clerical tasks under the supervision of a physician or licensed healthcare provider. The Medical Assistant is responsible for maintaining a safe environment, assessing patient situations, and demonstrating the skills and knowledge required for effective patient care and inter-departmental collaboration. Efficiency, ethical resource utilization, and adherence to policies and procedures are key aspects of this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma OR equivalency
Must have one of the following one on the first day of employment: Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified EMT (EMT-B)
BLS within 90 days of hire date
Phlebotomy experience

Responsibilities

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).
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 few 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.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.