What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Multispecialty Surgery Clinic - Weekday PRN position at VCU Health?
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply*
Located on the 11th floor at the Adult Outpatient Pavilion, our Multispecialty Surgery Clinic specializes in adult care working with multiple providers for GI Bariatric, Colon & Rectal, and Trauma Services. As a multispecialty clinic we provide care for all surgery patients for post-op, follow-up and continued care. New patient consults are referred to our specialty surgeons and multiple procedures are performed in our clinics so we are constantly educating and working alongside our patients for a wide range of surgeries. Our clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with some flexibility.
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.
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 equivalent
Experience 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 program
No work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant program
Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.
Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience PREFERRED
Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
Previous experience in an academic health care environment
Education/training REQUIRED
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/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/A
Additional 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: All
Physical 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 thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, change
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