Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Stony Point Hematology/Oncology & Breast Health Clinic - Days

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 for time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care which deviates from standard, and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.
• Job duties may include handling, transportation, access to, and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Requirements

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association (e.g., American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, National Association of Healthcare Professions, American Registry of Medical Assistants, 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 required 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.
• Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Physical Requirements: Lifting 20‑50 lbs.; prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, frequent bending, walking (distance), climbing (steps, ladder, other), reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive); strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speak clearly, write legibly, reading, logical thinking; ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, handle multiple priorities, adapt to frequent change.

Qualifications (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 PREFERRED: Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program (CAAHEP or ABHES).

Pay

Compensation Range: $19.00 - $28.51. Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors including relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Schedule

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.