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Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Alexandria, VA

$19 - $24.25/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Arlington, VA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Baileys Crossroads, VA · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Arlington, VA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Nova Patient Care

Medical Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

Patient First

Medical Assistant

Midlothian, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $21.25/hr

Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when the patient is ready for exam while communicating ... Being available to assist as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to ...

Nova Patient Care - Careers

Medical Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered * Organize medical ... patient encounters * Assist with the Front Desk as necessary * Help healthcare staff during ...

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What is the difference between Medical Patient Assistant vs Medical Assistant?

AspectMedical Patient AssistantMedical Assistant
CertificationsMay require CPR, First Aid, or specific patient care certificationsCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient care centersDoctors' offices, clinics, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting patients with daily activities, basic patient care, administrative tasksClinical duties, patient intake, vital signs, administrative support

Medical Patient Assistants focus on direct patient care and support, often in outpatient or hospital settings, with some certification requirements. Medical Assistants have broader clinical and administrative roles, typically requiring certification, and work mainly in outpatient clinics and physicians' offices. Both roles are essential in healthcare but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Medical Patient Assistant job openings in Virginia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Medical Assistant

Fredericksburg, VA • On-site

Nova Patient Care
Outpatient Health Care • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Nova Patient Careexternal

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Description

We're looking for a reliable medical assistant to work directly with our healthcare staff and help us provide first-class care to our patients. You'll greet people when they come in, schedule appointments, take patient histories, collect test samples, and assist with examinations, all while building an excellent rapport with our patients. Jobseekers should have some experience in the medical field and love helping people. Sound like you? Apply today!

  • Learn clinic computer hardware and software and use them according to company policies
  • Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered
  • Organize medical records, laboratory results, and progress notes to ensure that the healthcare provider has all of the available and necessary information during patient encounters
  • Assist with the Front Desk as necessary
  • Help healthcare staff during examination by handing the correct supplies and medical instruments to the physician, positioning the patient, and assisting with other tasks as needed
  • Make sure examination rooms are ready for patients by ensuring they're well-stocked and at a comfortable temperature and that all equipment is sterilized
  • Take the patient's vital signs including their pulse, body temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure and record it in their chart
  • Obtain blood samples from patients and sent them to the laboratory for testing
  • Welcome patients to the office, take telephone calls, schedule appointments, and answer questions about treatment or prescription refills to ensure an excellent patient experience

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a medical or primary care group practice or similar situations is preferred
  • Customer service-oriented and passionate about helping patients
  • Possesses clinical skills
  • Electronic Medical Records and/or Electronic Health Records experience preferred (eClinical)
  • Proficient in medical terminology preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Schedule: 8-Hour Per Day
  • Five Days Per Week
  • In-Person
  • Graduated from high school or received GED
  • Must have completed an accredited medical assisting program and a supervised externship in a healthcare setting
  • Passed Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam to obtain certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or other certifying agency
  • Ability use a computer to complete administrative tasks
  • Great communication and customer service skills

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