Certified Medical Assistant


Offer summary

Qualifications:

High School Diploma required., Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or similar is necessary., At least 1 year of clinical or administrative experience is required., BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire..

Key responsibilities:

  • Perform patient care and administrative tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
  • Ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Assist in developing action plans and evaluate outcomes based on patient care needs.
  • Utilize resources effectively and follow departmental policies and procedures.

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Job description

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

SMG Pulmonary Critical Care Sleep in Virginia Beach, VA is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant.

This is a remote position however candidates must reside in Virginia.

5,000 Sign on Bonus offered to eligible candidates!

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 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:

  • High School Diploma

Certification:

Must have one of the following Certifications:

  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • Registered Medical Assistant
  •  Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
  •  Certified EMT (EMT-B)
  • BLS within 90 days of hire date

Experience:

  • 1 year of Clinical/Administrative experience required.

Keywords: Talroo-Allied Health, Medical Assistant, CMA, RMA, CCMA, EMT, medical assisting, back office, front office

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Required profile

Experience

Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Administrative Functions
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

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