Medical Assistant

UVA Health Northern Virginia & Culpeper•Haymarket, VA

7d•$19 - $30

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical support, assists with administrative tasks, and provides general support under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner or designee, in accordance with UVA Health policies, procedures, and validated competencies. The role supports patient health and wellness and serves patients of all ages in a manner appropriate to 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 practices safely within defined standards, collects and documents patient information, performs standardized rooming and clinical intake, and relays patient symptoms and concerns to a medical provider or registered nurse for further assessment and care planning. The role also reinforces patient and family teaching plans using approved materials, supports the interdisciplinary team, documents clinical services and captures charges, and performs administrative responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader. Additional duties may be assigned. The role may require travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed, and may require safety equipment such as a HEPA mask for infection prevention. The stated base compensation range is $19.45–$29.51 per hour. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is advertised; individual compensation depends on qualifications, prior work experience, and/or education, and the pay range excludes applicable incentive compensation programs.

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.
Ability to successfully complete general and department-specific role-based skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to serve patients across age populations in a manner that reflects their functional and developmental age.
Ability to meet the physical demands described: constant standing; frequent walking and bending/stooping; proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; legible writing; and ability to lift, push, or pull 100 pounds. Safe handling equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a clinic setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and general support under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner or designee.
Record and relay patient information, symptoms, and concerns to a 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.
Document clinical support services and capture charges rendered during the patient visit.
Perform administrative support responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader.
Perform additional duties as assigned.