Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Description

Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our growing team. CMAs play a vital role in supporting clinic operations by assisting with patient examinations, documenting health information, and ensuring the smooth operation of clinical workflows. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to examination rooms.
• Prepare office notes/templates for upcoming patient appointments. 
• Accurately measure and document vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, respirations, height, and weight, in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) following established protocols. 
• Conduct a brief review of interim health history relevant to the physician’s examination.
• Notify the physician of any significant health changes, hospitalizations, or urgent concerns. 
• Retrieve and organize necessary reports, hospital records, or other documentation to support comprehensive patient care. 
• Assists patients in completing required forms, such as health questionnaires and medical histories, ensuring accuracy and completeness. 
• Inform the physician when the patient is ready for examination.
• Provide assistance to physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
• Answer telephone calls and assist with patient inquiries within the scope of knowledge and practice guidelines. 
• Schedule patient appointments, tests, and referrals according to practice guidelines. 
• Adhere to OSHA and HIPAA regulations to maintain patient safety and confidentiality. 
• Monitor inventory levels, order, and restock clinical supplies to ensure seamless operations. 
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked examination rooms. 
• Perform additional tasks or services as directed by the physician or administrator to support the team and ensure high-quality patient care.  

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Benefits

At Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and financial future. Our benefits include:

• Affordable Health Coverage – Choose from medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low premiums. We also offer medical insurance options at no cost to the employee. 
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrue 3 weeks of PTO per year.
• Paid Holidays & Extra Time Off – Receive 7 paid holidays and 2 additional half-days.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Receive an annual 3% employer contribution to your 401(k), regardless of whether you contribute. 
• Exclusive Employee Perks Program – Access savings on thousands of items, including concert tickets, amusement parks, travel, retail discounts, and more! 
• Supplemental Health Coverage – Additional coverage options are available to customize your benefits package and provide extra financial protection.  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as a CMA in the state of Virginia.
• Active BLS / CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in a medical office, clinic, or other healthcare setting.
• Comfortable using EKG machines, sphygmomanometers, and basic clinical tools. 
• Strong understanding of HIPAA guidelines with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and privacy of patient information. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.