Certified Medical Assistant

Sentara Health

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About The Position

APS Surgery Specialist in Elizabeth City, NC is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Assistant. The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety; identifies, addresses, and incorporates principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees. Provides patient care tasks and procedures and administrative duties (as appropriate). Demonstrates the ability to objectively assess a specific situation from a few viewpoints considers an array of alternatives, assists with the development of realistic action plans and evaluates outcomes. Demonstrates the development of the specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants, effective inter-departmental interactions, and ability to follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices. Productive and efficient in daily operations. Utilizes appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Must have one of the following Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified EMT (EMT-B, AEMT, or Paramedic).
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire date.
• 1 year of Clinical/Administrative experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative/clerical tasks as delegated by supervising medical staff.
• Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Assess situations objectively and develop realistic action plans.
• Demonstrate specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants.
• Follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices.
• Utilize resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans.
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave.
• Emergency Backup Care.
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans.
• Life Insurance.
• 401k/403B with Employer Match.
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000.
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development.
• Pet Insurance.
• Legal Resources Plan.
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees