Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Pre-Anesthesia Department
About The Position
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for the The Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) Unit. This is a full time position located in Woodbridge, VA. The Certified 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). The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position is a clinical and administrative role, based on site at the main hospital campus within one dedicated office and clinic room. The CMA ensures a smooth pre-surgical experience for all patients. Clinical responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, conducting medical histories, measuring blood pressure, and for those with the experience and training, performing phlebotomy and other in clinic procedures to prepare patients for provider assessments. Administrative duties encompass follow-up office calls, managing referrals, confirming surgical readiness, and setting appointments for necessary medical clearances. The CMA works collaboratively with nursing staff and providers, demonstrating adaptability and a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or Equivalent required
- BLS required within 90 days of hire
- 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).
- 1 year of clinical experience required
- Medical Terminology and Data entry experience required
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Studies in Medical Assisting Preferred
- 2 years of Clinic Experience preferred
- Background in Orthopedics, Cardiovascular or similar is highly preferred.
- Vital Signs and intake experience preferred
- Phlebotomy and EKG Experience Preferred.
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).
- Ensures a smooth pre-surgical experience for all patients.
- Obtains vital signs.
- Conducts medical histories.
- Measures blood pressure.
- Performs phlebotomy and other in clinic procedures to prepare patients for provider assessments (for those with the experience and training).
- Follow-up office calls.
- Manages referrals.
- Confirms surgical readiness.
- Sets appointments for necessary medical clearances.
- Works collaboratively with nursing staff and providers, demonstrating adaptability and a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
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
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
