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TMC

Physical Therapist Assistant

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

Physical Therapist Assistant Department: Quality Care Rehab Employment Type: Full Time Location ... New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available! * Flexible Scheduling. * CEU and State Licensure ...

TMC

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sterling, VA

$31 - $37/hr

Physical Therapist Assistant Department: Quality Care Rehab Employment Type: Full Time Location ... New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available! * Flexible Scheduling. * CEU and State Licensure ...

TMC

Physical Therapist Assistant

Dulles, VA · On-site

$31 - $37/hr

Physical Therapist Assistant Department: Quality Care Rehab Employment Type: Full Time Location ... New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available! * Flexible Scheduling. * CEU and State Licensure ...

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What are Grad Assistants?

Grad Assistants, or Graduate Assistants, are graduate students who work at a college or university while pursuing their advanced degrees. They typically assist faculty members with teaching responsibilities, research projects, or administrative tasks. In exchange for their work, Grad Assistants often receive a stipend and/or tuition remission. The specific duties and benefits can vary depending on the institution and the assistantship type (teaching, research, or administrative). Serving as a Grad Assistant can provide valuable experience and financial support during graduate studies.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Grad Assistant and how do they balance these duties with their academic workload?

Grad Assistants often juggle a variety of tasks such as assisting faculty with research, leading discussion sections, grading assignments, or providing administrative support. Balancing these duties with coursework requires strong time management and organizational skills. Many universities provide structured schedules and resources to help Grad Assistants manage their workload, and supervisors are usually understanding of academic commitments. Open communication with faculty and proactive planning can help ensure that both academic and assistantship responsibilities are met successfully.

What is the difference between Grad Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectGrad AssistantTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsGraduate student status, relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with teaching experience
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, offices, or classroomsClassrooms, labs, or tutoring settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, research institutionsEducational institutions, schools, colleges
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for academic support roles, research, or teaching dutiesFocuses on assisting in teaching, grading, and student support

In summary, a Grad Assistant typically refers to a graduate student working in research or administrative roles within a university, while a Teaching Assistant primarily assists with instructional duties. Both roles support academic institutions but differ mainly in their focus and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Grad Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grad Assistant, you typically need a strong academic record, subject matter expertise, and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with learning management systems (like Blackboard or Canvas), research databases, and presentation software is often required. Outstanding organization, communication, and time management skills help you balance teaching, research, and administrative tasks. These skills are crucial for supporting faculty, assisting students, and managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
What are the most commonly searched types of Grad jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Grad jobs in Virginia are:
What cities in Virginia are hiring for Grad Assistant jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Grad Assistant job openings:
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Infographic showing various Grad Assistant job openings in Virginia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Sentara Health

Charlottesville, VA

$10K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 385 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

487th of 874 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Charlottesville, VA
Work Shift
Swing Shift
Overview:
Sentara Urgent Care Charlottesville is now hiring a Full-time Certified Medical Assistant in the Charlottesville, VA area!
**All Qualified Candidates Will Receive a Sign-on Bonus**
Schedule: Clinic hours - 8:00a.m. - 8:00p.m. Monday-Friday. Saturday and Sunday, 8am-4pm. Schedule will consist of 2 12-hour shifts. 1 8-hour shift and 1 6-hour shift with alternating weekends.
The Medical Assistant provides an environment for safety; identifies, addresses, and incorporates principles of safety for the patient, visitors, and employees. Provides patient care tasks and procedures and administrative duties (as appropriate). Demonstrates the ability to objectively assess a specific situation from a number of viewpoints considers an array of alternatives, assists with the development of realistic action plans and evaluates outcomes. Demonstrates the development of the specific skills and knowledge required of medical assistants, effective inter-departmental interactions, and ability to follow department and system policies, procedures, and practices. Productive and efficient in daily operations. Utilizes appropriate resources that are safe, effective, ethical, and fiscally responsible.
Education
  • HS - High School Grad or Equivalent

Certification/Licensure
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or EMT Basic Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days from hire

Experience
  • Clinical/Administrative Experience 1 year preferred

Keywords: Medical Assistant, Talroo-Allied Health, Monster, RMA, CMA, CCMA, EMT, Urgent Care
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
•Pet Insurance
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
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.

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