Clinical Professional (CMA, RMA, or equivalent)

Job Summary

Competitive Compensation DOQ Full-Time County Benefits

Performs responsible patient care and education in the context of a family practice in all facets of general medical practice in a primary care medical position is intended for a Medical Assistant role supporting clinical operations and patient care. Candidates must hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA RMA or equivalent) recognized in Virginia and have prior hands-on medical assisting experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Plans and provides patient education and case management to ensure patient compliance with the plan of treatment; teaches healthpromotion disease prevention and personal responsibility for care; performs home visits as appropriate.
Administers routine laboratory tests medications immunizations and treatments according to nurse practitioners and physiciansorders; assists nurse practitioners and physicians with exams.
Plans coordinates monitors and implements the activities of patient care and flow to ensure the smooth delivery of care on a day-to-day basis; may coordinate and supervise the day-to-day work of other clinic and volunteer staff as it relates to assigned patients.
Assists in the development of clinical quality improvement (CQI) activities and clinical protocols and procedures.
Staffs County shelters during emergencies and emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Virginia licensed Registered Nurse Virginia licensed practical nurse (LPN) or Virginia licensed Medical Assistant Virginia Board Certified or eligible; and some public health/clinic experience and/or ambulatory primary care clinic experience preferred.
Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
Must possess or be able to obtain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) weeks of employment.
Knowledge of public health nursing principles and practices wellness concepts and community resources.
Skill in use of computer software especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and as a team member under pressure in a fast-paced clinic setting; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians nurse practitioners other co-workers volunteers and the public; work and communicate effectively with persons of various multicultural and socioeconomic and educational backgrounds; provide nursing care using the nursing process; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

All employees are expected to work effectively and ethically with citizens and with each other to meet the needs of the community and the organization. Employees are expected to demonstrate work behaviors that model the Countys values and further the Countys mission.

Post Offer Requirements:
Credential check
Drug test
National criminal/sex offender record check

Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached but afully completed application is required for your application to be considered. *Updated 12/16/2025: Updated at the request of the department emphasizing specific need for CMA RMA or equivalent.*