Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Urgent Care - Culpeper

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Culpeper, VA

5d • $19 - $29

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care is a multi-skilled clinical professional who provides indirect and/or direct patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with standards of excellence and quality. Under provider direction, the Medical Assistant contributes to completing the patient’s chief complaint by collecting measures such as respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, height, weight, and temperature; documenting patient and family needs; participating in care planning and implementation; and administering ordered medications within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines.

The role supports patient care and daily clinic operations, identifies and reports significant changes in patient condition, and works with providers and other resources to resolve issues. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on the day shift. Travel to other facilities or adjusted hours may be required as directed by the practice manager to meet patient care needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active Medical Assisting certification from an accepted certifying organization: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or NRCMA. NCMA and NRCMA are not accepted in South Carolina. If unable to obtain MA certification, ABR-OE is acceptable except in South Carolina.
• In South Carolina, completion of an approved qualifying medical assistant education or training program is required. Options include an accredited post-secondary program, an approved career and technical education health sciences program, a military medical assisting program, a U.S. Department of Labor-approved registered apprenticeship, or a health care employer training program aligned to a nationally accredited certification exam.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, and teams in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including a computer, copier, phone, and fax machine.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an externship or clinical lab training.
• One year of recent Medical Assisting experience.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant post-secondary education program is preferred in all states except South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the legal responsibilities and requirements of the Medical Assistant role.
• Collect patient data, identify significant changes in patient condition, and report changes to the provider.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate problems to the provider, direct supervisor, or an appropriate internal resource.
• Demonstrate standards of excellence in care when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Maintain clinical and administrative skills according to departmental competency guidelines to meet patient care and daily operational needs.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
• Travel to other facilities for BSMH providers or adjust hours as directed by the practice manager to meet patient care needs.
• Record patients’ medical histories, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical records.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens for testing.
• Provide authorized prescription and drug refill information to pharmacies as directed by the provider.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physician instructions to patients.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
• Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
• Complete required skills or competency checklists and assist physicians with examinations and treatment, including handing instruments, giving injections, removing sutures, and changing wound dressings.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED