Certified Medical Assistant - Infusion Clinic - Days
VCU Health•Richmond, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
Make a difference with our Infusion team! Located on the 5th floor of the Adult Outpatient Pavilion, the Infusion Clinic provides vital care to oncology patients and other medical patients with acuity ranges from well-managed chronic conditions to acutely ill. 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 the physician.
Requirements
- Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.
- AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
- One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a medical assistant program
- No work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant program
- Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
- Previous experience in an academic health care environment
- Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program of study such as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Responsibilities
- 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 the physician.
- Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
- Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.
- Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Benefits
- Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
