Medical Assistant - Ambulatory, Stuarts Draft Family Practice

UVA Health•Stuarts Draft, VA

10d•$18 - $28

About The Position

Medical Assistants provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of a patient’s physician or an LIP/RN designee, following applicable policies, procedures, and competencies. The role supports patient health and wellness and serves patients of all ages with consideration for their functional and developmental needs. Medical Assistants help maintain effective clinic operations and communicate consistently and accurately with team members, referring providers, and patients. The position includes standardized rooming, clinical intake, data collection, documentation, and support for licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures. Clinical duties may include preparing specimens; performing point-of-care and CLIA-waived tests, ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, and specimen collection; cleaning and sterilizing equipment and rooms; disposing of contaminated supplies; wound care; and medication administration, as directed and within documented competencies. The role also includes age-appropriate interventions, reinforcement of patient and family education, maintaining a safe care environment, managing supplies and equipment, and documenting and capturing charges for clinical support services. Administrative responsibilities may include drafting letters or helping complete forms, scheduling, pending medication refills, assisting with in-basket messaging coverage, and clinic or chart preparation. The Medical Assistant organizes and prioritizes work to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and clinic efficiency; demonstrates teamwork and awareness of time-sensitive issues; and takes responsibility for professional development. Other duties may be assigned. The position offers a competitive sign-on bonus; candidates are directed to discuss details with the hiring manager or recruiter. The pay range is $18.37–$28.47 per hour. Individual compensation depends on the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
Currently enrolled in or completion of a Medical Assistant Program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, and/or current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within six months from the date of hire.
No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of a physician or LIP/RN designee, following applicable policies, procedures, and documented competencies.
Support patients of all ages with consideration for their functional and developmental needs.
Help ensure effective and efficient clinic operations and communicate consistently and accurately with team members, referring providers, and patients.
Collect data on patients’ physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions according to professional practice standards and institutional policy and procedure.
Complete standardized rooming, clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
Support licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures, including specimen preparation and collection, point-of-care and CLIA-waived testing, ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, equipment and rooms, disposing of contaminated supplies, wound care, and medication administration as directed and within documented competencies.
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
Implement age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider.
Reinforce patient and family teaching plans using approved educational materials or written instructions, based on identified education needs and the patient’s condition and age.
Provide for 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 to licensed healthcare professionals, including drafting letters or assisting with forms, scheduling, pending medication refills, assisting with in-basket messaging coverage, and clinic or chart preparation.
Demonstrate teamwork in patient care and recognize the importance of time-sensitive issues.
Assume responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.