Sentara Health·Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative tasks under the supervision of licensed medical professionals. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients and visitors while ensuring efficient daily operations.
City/State: Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift: First (Days)
Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates!
The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, 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). One of the following certifications is required upon hire: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification (EMT).
The Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety; identifies, addresses, and incorporates principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees.
Provides patient care tasks and procedures and administrative duties (as appropriate).
Demonstrates the ability to objectively assess a specific situation from a number of viewpoints considers an array of alternatives, assists with the development of realistic action plans and evaluates outcomes.
Demonstrates the development of the specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants, effective inter-departmental interactions, and ability to follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices.
Productive and efficient in daily operations.
Utilizes appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
Education: HS Diploma required
Certification/Licensure: CCMA, CMA, RMA, EMT-B or Paramedic certification required
Experience: None required
Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.
Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.
Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!
Keywords: Talroo-Allied Health, Medical Assistant, MA, CMA, CCMA, EMT
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
A high school diploma and a certification such as CMA, RMA, CCMA, or EMT-B are required upon hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
Market context
In Virginia, certified medical assistant roles are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and specialty practices, with employers often looking for candidates who can support both clinical and administrative workflows. These positions can be competitive when applicants bring phlebotomy experience, current certification, and a reliable patient-care background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on clinical skills and any blood-draw experience.