Sentara Health·Harrisonburg, Virginia
The Medical Assistant performs patient care, administrative, and clerical tasks under the supervision of healthcare providers. They are responsible for supporting clinical procedures and maintaining efficient office operations.
Sentara Palliative Care Specialists Hahn Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Assistant in Harrisonburg, VA. Job Summary Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week Floating when needed, mileage reimbursement offered Certification required at hire Overview The Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative and 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). Click https://youtu.be/6t_LBsgei6Mto(Opens in a new tab) hear Tischia tell us about a day in the life of a Medical Assistant with Sentara Healthcare. Experience One year of clinical/administrative experience required Phlebotomy experience preferred Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Certification/Licensure Certification must be received within (9) nine months of employment in one of the following certification programs: CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or CMA- Certified Medical Assistant or RMA- Registered Medical Assistant or EMT- Emergency Medical Technician BLS is required within 90 days of hire.
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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.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of clinical or administrative experience. Certification as a CCMA, CMA, RMA, or EMT is required within nine months of employment.
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.