Medical Assistant - Cardiology

UVA Community Health•Haymarket, VA

13d•$19 - $30

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical, administrative, and general support under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner or designee, following UVA Health policies, procedures, and validated competencies. The role promotes patient health and wellness and serves patients of all ages with an understanding of their functional and developmental needs. The position requires a commitment to UVA Health’s ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity. The Medical Assistant supports patient care through clinical intake, standardized rooming, documentation, and communication of patient information to medical providers or registered nurses. The position also supports clinic operations, documents and captures charges for clinical services, and performs administrative duties as directed by a Clinic Leader. Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town may be required. Safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, may be required for infection prevention. The role is not on call.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credentials, or completion of an approved medical assistant program.
If not already certified, obtain certification within 6 months of hire through a recognized national professional association, such as AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NAHP, or NHA.
AHA Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
Ability to successfully complete general and department role-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, frequent walking, bending and stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; use Safe Handling Equipment for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Record and relay patient information, symptoms, and concerns to the patient’s medical provider or registered nurse for triage assessment and care planning.
Complete standardized rooming and perform clinical intake, health data collection, and documentation.
Perform tasks within scope of practice and documented competencies, as directed by a licensed practitioner or nurse.
Implement age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the patient’s medical provider.
Reinforce patient and family teaching plans using approved educational materials or written instructions.
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
Demonstrate teamwork in the delivery of patient care and recognize time-sensitive issues.
Provide clinical support under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.
Document and capture charges for clinical support services rendered during the patient visit.
Perform administrative support responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader.
Perform additional duties as assigned.