Medical Assistant
French Consulting·Virginia Beach, Virginia
French Consulting·Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Medical Assistant will room patients, take vital signs, and manage electronic health records within a team-based primary care setting. They are also responsible for scheduling appointments, coordinating provider workflows, and ensuring clinic safety and organization.
We are looking for a Medical Assistant who wants to join our team at Branch Health Clinic Dam Neck in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Apply now!
Care That Keeps Sailors and Their Families Healthy.
Are you a Medical Assistant who thrives in a team-based primary care setting? Join the Medical Home Port team at Branch Health Clinic Dam Neck, where you’ll help keep U.S. Navy service members and their families on track with the care they need.
What You’ll Do Room patients, take vital signs, and screen them using standard questionnaires per clinic protocol.
Prepare the electronic health record and other forms before each visit; have backup paperwork ready in case of an EHR outage.
Review upcoming provider schedules to flag gaps, avoid unnecessary visits, and keep the team workflow moving.
Participate in daily team huddles and communicate clearly with providers, patients, families, and other departments.
Use MHS Genesis, Care Point, and Secure Messaging to enter patient data, support population health metrics, and follow up with patients.
Schedule appointments, prepare patient correspondence, and handle other administrative tasks as assigned.
Help orient new staff and keep the clinic environment safe and organized.
Follow infection control and safety protocols, including universal precautions.
Who You Are A Medical Assistant with a steady hand at vitals, screenings, and front-office workflow.
Comfortable in an electronic health record and quick to pick up new clinic systems.
A clear communicator who puts patients at ease and works well with providers, nurses, and front-desk staff.
Motivated by the chance to serve U.S.
Navy service members and their families.
Education & Experience High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program (CAAHEP, ABHES, or a U.S.
Armed Forces medical services training program).
At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 3 years.
Certifications Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (in-person, not web-based).
Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a physician or supervisor who has personally observed your clinical work).
Other Requirements U.S. citizenship (or eligibility to work on a federal military installation).
Ability to pass a background check and obtain a base access ID.
Up-to-date immunizations (Varicella, MMR, Tdap, Hepatitis B, annual flu) and TB screening.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, general data entry).
Comfortable wearing required PPE (gloves, mask, eye protection, fitted respirator).
🏥 Mission that matters — your work directly supports the health of U.S. Navy service members and their families. 📅 Steady, weekday schedule with all federal holidays off. 👥 Team-based care in the Medical Home Port model with providers, nurses, and support staff working side-by-side. 📚 Built-in training in MHS Genesis and clinic systems — stay current and grow your skills. 💰 4% 401(k) match to help you build long-term financial security.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today and bring your skills and care to a team that values your expertise. -- French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with at least one year of experience within the last three years. Required certifications include BLS and the ability to pass a background check for military base access.
Market context
Medical Assistant roles in Virginia are commonly in demand across clinics, physician offices, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can support both front-office and clinical tasks. This role is competitive because employers often want an MA program graduate with CMA/RMA certification or equivalent experience, plus CPR certification and TB screening participation. Before applying, confirm your certification status and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time.
