Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Pediatric Primary Care Clinic - Days
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This posting states $18–$26.39 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Virginia post a median of $23.50 an hour, the middle half $22–$24.48, across 201 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Virginia earn a median of $21.51 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the physician.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a medical assistant program
No work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant program
Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.
Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience PREFERRED:
Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant
Previous experience in an academic health care environment
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program of study such as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Independent action(s) required:
Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.
Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinic requirements and/or as needed.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Compensation Range: $18.00 - $26.39
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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From VCU Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About VCU Health
VCU Health is Virginia Commonwealth University's academic health system, including the 820 (source: VCU College of Health Professions, VCU Health)-bed VCU Medical Center and Children's Hospital of Richmond plus community hospitals in South Hill and Tappahannock, Virginia. Source: VCU College of Health Professions, VCU Health
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