Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse (UVA Health Primary Care Culpeper)

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

12d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

UVA Health is hiring a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse for its Primary Care Culpeper practice. The role provides clinical and general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of a physician or designated licensed healthcare professional, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and documented competencies. Services are provided to patients of all ages, with care appropriate to their functional and developmental needs. Medical Assistants provide clinical and administrative support, including rooming, clinical intake, data collection and documentation, assisting with examinations and procedures, laboratory and point-of-care testing, specimen collection, venipuncture, ECG/EKG, spirometry, wound care, medication administration, equipment and room cleaning, supply maintenance, patient education reinforcement, charge capture, scheduling, forms, refill requests, inbox coverage, and clinic or chart preparation. Licensed Practical Nurses assist registered nurses and providers with patient data collection and nursing care, organize and prioritize care activities, implement age-appropriate interventions as directed, help evaluate care outcomes, and reinforce provider- or RN-developed care plans and patient education. Both roles contribute to safe care delivery, teamwork, operational efficiency, and professional development. Other duties may be assigned. The hourly pay range is $18.37–$28.47. Individual compensation depends on the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. A competitive bonus is offered to the hired candidate; details are available from the hiring manager or recruiter.

Requirements

Medical Assistant: High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Assistant: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
Medical Assistant: Currently enrolled in or graduated from a Medical Assistant program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, and/or hold current Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association.
Medical Assistant: Obtain Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire.
Licensed Practical Nurse: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
Licensed Practical Nurse: Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia before onboarding.
Licensed Practical Nurse: American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including standing for prolonged periods, frequent bending/stooping and/or traveling, and lifting, pushing, or pulling 20–50 pounds.
For the LPN role, proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
May be exposed to chemicals, blood or body fluids, and infectious diseases.

Responsibilities

Support effective and efficient ambulatory clinic operations and communicate with team members, referring providers, and patients.
Collect patient information concerning physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions according to practice standards and institutional policies.
Complete standardized rooming, clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
Provide clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures, including laboratory specimen preparation, testing, specimen collection, and other services within documented competencies.
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and rooms; dispose of contaminated supplies; provide wound care and administer medications when applicable to the role and within competency.
Organize and prioritize daily work or nursing care activities according to patient and interdisciplinary team needs.
Implement age-appropriate interventions as directed by the health care provider or registered nurse.
Reinforce patient and family education and care plans using approved educational materials or written instructions.
Maintain a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Document and capture charges for clinical support services rendered during patient visits.
Provide administrative support as directed, including drafting letters or assisting with forms, scheduling, medication refill requests, inbox coverage, and clinic or chart preparation.
Assist registered nurses and providers with evaluating the effectiveness of care in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
Demonstrate teamwork and recognize time-sensitive issues in patient care.
Assume responsibility for personal professional development and contribute to or assist with the professional development of others.
Perform other duties as assigned.