What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - Front Desk position at Sentara Health?
Sentara Surgery Specialists is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Woodbridge, VA.
Job Summary
- Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week / 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Primarily front desk with backup direct patient care duties
- Certification required at hire
Up to a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates
✨ New Grads Welcome to Apply
Overview
The CERTIFIED Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
The CERTIFIED Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety; identifies, addresses, and incorporates principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees. Provides patient care tasks and procedures and administrative duties (as appropriate). Demonstrates the ability to objectively assess a specific situation from a few viewpoints considers an array of alternatives, assists with the development of realistic action plans and evaluates outcomes. Demonstrates the development of the specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants, effective inter-departmental interactions, and ability to follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices. Productive and efficient in daily operations. Utilizes appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.
Education REQUIRED
- High School Diploma OR equivalency Required
Certification REQUIRED
Must have one of the following on the first day of employment:
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Registered Medical Assistant
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified EMT (EMT-B)
BLS within 90 days of hire date
Experience
- Phlebotomy experience Highly Preferred
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