VCU Health
Location: Richmond,VA, USA
Date: 2024-11-23T08:51:46Z
Job Description:
**$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply**The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the physician.The Ambulatory Float Pool is comprised of multiple specialty practices across our clinic locations in the Richmond area. Our team members support adult and/or pediatric patient populations across a wide range of specialties such as Urology, Neurology, Dermatology, Women's Health, Orthopedics and more offering the unique opportunity to work with a variety of teams and develop a diverse skill set. You will work hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and float across VCU Health clinics. No weekends or nights required. Mileage reimbursement may be available for distances beyond 25 miles from our downtown VCU Medical Center. At least 1 year of RN experience is required.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalentExperience REQUIRED:One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a medical assistant programNo work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant programPrevious experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skillsExperience PREFERRED:Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical AssistantPrevious experience in an academic health care environmentEducation/training REQUIRED:High School Diploma or equivalentEducation/training PREFERRED:Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program of study such as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).Independent action(s) required:Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinic requirements and/or as needed.Age Specific groups served: AllPhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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