Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Reynolds Crossing - Days
About The Position
The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of a physician. This position 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 role is associated with VCU Health’s new Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Clinic at Reynolds Crossing, an extension of the Pauley Heart Center serving adult cardiology and pulmonary patients. The clinic is scheduled to open in September 2025. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; however, the position requirements state that Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays, with schedules and shift rotations established by the Nurse Manager or Practice Manager and adjustable to meet clinic needs.
Requirements
- Current Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association, such as AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
- AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent is required for continued employment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- If not a graduate of a medical assistant program, one year of medical assistant work experience within the last three years; no work experience is required if the individual is a graduate 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 work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; schedules and shift rotations may be adjusted to meet clinic requirements.
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 care to patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under a physician’s direction.
- Provide patient care, emotional support, and problem solving under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN.
- Follow hospital, nursing, and unit policies and procedures.
- Handle, transport, access, and/or come into contact with medications and related supplies as job duties require.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
