Certified Medical Asst

Company: VCU Health System
Location: Richmond
Posted on: May 22, 2020

Job Description:

VCU Health System's Pediatric Specialty POD B is seeking a full time Certified Medical Assistant that will provide direct, age-specific care to patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the physician.ResponsibilitiesFunctions 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.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. Qualifications Required-- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)-- One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a CAAHE or ABHES accredited medical assistant program-- No work experience if individual is a graduate of a CAAHE or ABHES accredited medical assistant program-- High School Diploma or equivalent -- Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.-- Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills Preferred-- Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant-- Previous experience in an academic health care environment-- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHE), or-- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) EOE/M/F/Vet/DisabledQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.

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