Certified Medical Assistant, Danville Family Medicine East

Lifepoint Health•Danville, VA

1d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

SOVAH Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical support to patients in the Residency Clinic under physician supervision. The role provides continuity and coordination of care in an outpatient setting. The position is in person in Danville, Virginia, and is scheduled for weekdays. The listed pay range is $16.19–$19.99 per hour; the position may be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A Medical Assisting certificate from a college is required if the candidate does not have an associate's degree.
CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification through the AAMA or NHA.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to read and write legibly and carry out directions promptly and accurately.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly in stressful situations or emergencies.
Ability to operate or learn to operate a pulse oximeter, ear syringe, cryosurgery instruments, EKG machine, suture/staple removal equipment, nebulizer, crash cart, and portable oxygen tank, and to assist with minor surgery.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Medical Assisting.
Experience working in a medical office.

Responsibilities

Perform basic patient care activities delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly measuring blood glucose, and recording intake and output.
Perform decentralized testing and office procedures.
Monitor refrigerator temperatures, order supplies, and maintain stock.
Conduct patient assessments, administer injections and immunizations, complete forms as requested or needed, and access the computer for patient reports.
Report abnormal findings or changes in patients' physical, mental, or emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Help keep patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
Maintain the drug sample closet and assist with hazardous waste management.
Conduct filing and callback follow-up, and assist with phone calls, including calling in prescriptions.

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage and tailored benefit options.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid family leave and paid time off.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
May be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.