Certified Medical Assistant - Williamsburg Clinic - Days
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 is based at the Williamsburg Multispecialty Clinic, which serves a diverse patient population and offers 14 specialties, diagnostic testing, and imaging services. The clinic team works collaboratively to support patient outcomes and clinic operations. The clinic primarily serves adolescent through geriatric patients and also has pediatric providers in several specialties. The position functions under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving in accordance with hospital, nursing, and unit policies and procedures. The role may involve handling, transporting, accessing, or contacting medications and related supplies. Schedules and shift rotations may be adjusted to meet clinic requirements.
Requirements
- Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association, such as AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
- Maintain current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association and AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
- 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 organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting 20–50 pounds, prolonged standing and sitting, frequent bending, walking, climbing, and reaching.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple priorities, and adapt to frequent change.
- Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; individual schedules and rotations are established with the Nurse Manager or Practice Manager.
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 a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program.
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 and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Handle, transport, access, and/or come into contact with medications and related supplies as job duties require.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
