Certified Medical Assistant
Sentara Health
About the Role
The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures. This role operates under the direction and supervision of a Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient care tasks and procedures.
- Perform administrative duties as appropriate.
- Provide an environment for safety; identify, address, and incorporate principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees.
- Demonstrate objective assessment of situations, consideration of alternatives, and development of action plans.
- Demonstrate development of specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants.
- Facilitate effective inter-departmental interactions.
- Follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices.
- Be productive and efficient in daily operations.
- Utilize appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification (EMT) required upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
- HS Diploma required.
Qualifications
- None explicitly stated beyond the required certifications and education.