Clinical Professional (CMA, RMA, or equivalent)

James City County•Williamsburg, VA

About The Position

Performs responsible patient care and education in the context of a family practice in all facets of general medical practice in a primary care medical center. This position is intended for a Medical Assistant role supporting clinical operations and patient care. Candidates must hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) recognized in Virginia and have prior hands-on medical assisting experience in a healthcare setting.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Virginia licensed Registered Nurse, Virginia licensed practical nurse (LPN), or Virginia licensed Medical Assistant, Virginia Board Certified or eligible; and some public health/clinic experience and/or ambulatory primary care clinic experience preferred.
Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
Must possess or be able to obtain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) weeks of employment.
Knowledge of public health nursing principles and practices, wellness concepts and community resources.
Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently, and as a team member under pressure in a fast-paced clinic setting; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, nurse practitioners, other co-workers, volunteers and the public; work and communicate effectively with persons of various multicultural and socioeconomic and educational backgrounds; provide nursing care using the nursing process; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

public health/clinic experience
ambulatory primary care clinic experience

Responsibilities

Plans and provides patient education and case management to ensure patient compliance with the plan of treatment; teaches health promotion, disease prevention and personal responsibility for care; performs home visits as appropriate.
Administers routine laboratory tests, medications, immunizations and treatments according to nurse practitioners and physician’s orders; assists nurse practitioners and physicians with exams.
Plans, coordinates, monitors and implements the activities of patient care and flow to ensure the smooth delivery of care on a day-to-day basis; may coordinate and supervise the day-to-day work of other clinic and volunteer staff as it relates to assigned patients.
Assists in the development of clinical quality improvement (CQI) activities and clinical protocols and procedures.
Staffs County shelters during emergencies and emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.