Certified Medical Assistant at Harbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community

Norfolk, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vital Signs Monitoring, Medical Records Management, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Compassion, Clerical Support, Medical Terminology, Laboratory Testing, Venipuncture, Elderly Care, Interpersonal Skills, Documentation Skills, Emergency Response, Organizational Skills, Confidentiality, Team Collaboration

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Description Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located alongside the beautiful harbor in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community consists of 300 Independent Living Residential Units, a 33-bed (Medicare/private) Skilled Nursing Healthcare Unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living Unit, and 34-bed Memory Support Unit. Harbor’s Edge has been honored by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living Program as a 2025 “Best” in multiple categories, including Independent Living – Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining. Additionally, our Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) has been recognized as a “Best” senior living community. We are seeking compassionate, highly qualified full-time and part-time LPNs to join our teams to deliver excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support) with a passion for working with an elderly population. We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package, shift differential, effective nurse-resident ratio, and beautiful state-of-the art facilities with stunning waterside views. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars as assigned. Collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens as assigned. Primarily responsible for answering Clinic telephone and routing calls in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner Primarily responsible for instituting and coordinating and documenting Urgent Nursing Care Services. Maintains medical records in compliance with facility policy and procedure. Maintains sufficient levels of forms in an organized manner for the Clinic. Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information. Re-stock emergency bag that is kept in the clinic and all exams' rooms as needed. Responsible for assisting in the coordination of resident medical appointments and ensuring required paperwork is complete. Respond to urgent calls as a member of the STAT Team, as assigned. Provides support in preparing clinical records for physician visits. Ensure all clinical documentation is scanned into the appropriate medical record. Maintains an up-to-date laboratory and diagnostic testing record and facilitates obtaining these test results promptly. Assist in reordering medical supplies as needed. Assist with resident related needs within scope of qualifications and training as directed by the Physician, Health Services Administrator, or designee. Assists/performs venipuncture, performs basic laboratory testing, disposes of contaminated supplies, and sanitizes medical instruments as needed. Provides clerical support for other areas of Health Services, if needed. Comprehensive benefit package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution College Tuition Reimbursement Employer Paid - Certification Training Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan *Benefit offerings vary according to employment status. EEO/D/V Requirements Requirements High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience working with elderly individuals. Required: Possess a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant from the State Board of Nursing of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Current certification in Adult CPR and AED required. Experience in the CCRC, Long term, or assisted living level of care industry or related field is preferred but not required. Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care. Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, medical supplies, and equipment. Experience with clinical and diagnostic procedures. Assessment and documentation skills. Moderate computer skills. Experience with use of electronic medical records. Strong reading, writing, and communication skills; ability to follow both written and verbal instructions effectively. Demonstrated ability to interact with the elderly population, staff, families, and the management team in a respectful, compassionate, and patient manner, while showing flexibility, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills Consistently upholds residents’ rights, showing integrity and discretion when handling personal and health-related information.

Responsibilities

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for checking and recording vital signs, assisting in resident medical appointments, and maintaining medical records. They also provide support in preparing clinical records and respond to urgent calls as part of the STAT Team.