Medical Assistant

UVA Community Health•Manassas, VA

8d•$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 across all age populations, with care appropriate to each individual's functional and developmental age. It requires commitment to UVA Health's ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential, or completion of an approved medical assistant program.
Obtain certification within six 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-based 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. Safe handling equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills, attention to detail, and ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

At least one 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 further triage assessment and care planning.
Complete standardized rooming, 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 patient visits.
Perform administrative support responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader.
Perform additional duties as assigned.