Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Northridge Internal Medicine

• Assists the registered nurse and/or physician through data collection concerning the physical psychological social and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team.
• Implements age appropriate interventions based on individual patient?s needs as directed by the registered nurse/physician.
• Maintains efficient patient flow throughout the clinic experience.
• Assists in developing and implementing patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
• Onsite parking Available
• Must be able to work some Saturday morning shifts (Fewer than 1 per month).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: None required.

Licensure: Medical Assistant Training and current Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), the AMT (American Medical Technologists), NAHP (The National Association of Healthcare Professions), the ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or the NHA (National Healthcare Association). American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Ability to lift/push/pull 20 ? 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician?s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.