Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) | Residency Clinic

Lifepoint Health • Danville, VA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

SOVAH Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, is committed to empowering a diverse workforce to drive quality and impact across hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, this role supports facilities providing patient care, aligning with the mission of making communities healthier. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital, the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and an academic teaching site. The hospital values its employees as the first step to excellent patient care. This full-time Certified Medical Assistant position in the Residency Clinic provides clinical support to patients under the supervision of a physician, ensuring continuity and coordination of care in an outpatient setting.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Requires the ability to read and write legibly and carry out directions promptly and accurately.
• Must exhibit effective communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Requires the ability to respond quickly and calmly under stressful or emergencies.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate the following equipment: Pulse Ox, Ear Syringe, Cryosurgery instruments, EKG Machine, Suture/Staple Removal, Nebulizer, Crash Cart, Portable O2 tank, and assist with minor surgery.
• Knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care to patients.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate from a college in Medical Assisting instead of an Associate's degree is required.
• License: CMA, RMA, or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA is required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
• Experience working in a medical office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Performs decentralized testing; office procedures; monitors refrigerator temperatures; Orders supplies and maintains stock; conducts patient assessments; administers injections and immunizations; completes forms as requested or needed; and accesses the computer for patient reports.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to the nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Maintains drug sample closet, assists with hazardous waste management, conducts filing, conducts call-back follow-up, and assists with phone calls, including calling in prescriptions.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage — as well as tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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