Certified Medical Assistant CMA- Colonial Orthopedics- Days - Military veterans preferred

**$5,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply**Our SouthPark Office, located within the heart of Colonial Heights, provides orthopedic needs to the Tri-Cities area. Providers treat patients from pediatrics to geriatrics, with various sub-specialties to include hand, podiatry, sports medicine and wound care. The clinical team consists of various skill sets and scopes of practice to enhance patient outcomes and experiences, including RNs, LPNs, Athletic Trainers, CMAs, scribes, an ortho tech and an orthotist coordinator. If you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced working environment and would like to enhance your knowledge and skillsets, this is the place for you!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 equivalentExperience 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 programNo work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant programPrevious experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skillsExperience PREFERRED:Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical AssistantPrevious experience in an academic health care environmentEducation/training REQUIRED:High School Diploma or equivalentEducation/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/AAdditional 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: AllPhysical 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 thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, changeHours: Monday-Friday, No WeekendsFree Parking!!Closed Major HolidaysLeadership OpportunitiesTeamwork and CollaborationWorkday Day (United States of America)EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.