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Sentara Family Medicine Independence is looking for a Medical Assistant to join the team.
***Sign on Bonus offered for qualified candidates***
Position Status: Full-time, Rotating shift
Position Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Standard Working Hours: Open Monday – Friday from 7:00AM to 7:00PM for walk-in clinic and 7:30AM – 5:00PM for family medicine.
Overview
Perform patient care related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluation, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Perform administrative duties, as appropriate.
Education
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High school diploma or equivalent
Certification/Licensure
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Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – Certification – American Medical Technologists (AMT) or EMT Basic-Certifications-National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)- Certification National Healthcare Association (NHA) or EMT Advanced-Certification -National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) or Paramedic
Experience
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Minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred
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Phlebotomy experience preferred
When you join Sentara in a clinical role, you become part of an interdisciplinary team that is passionate about quality care. Our diverse inpatient and outpatient settings offer the tools and technologies you need to do your best work. All while learning and growing within a culture that embraces opportunity.



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