Virginia Society of Medical Assistants
The goal of the VSMA is to promote the profession of medical assisting. We encourage all MAs to Excel The VSMA came into existence in February 1956 in Lynchburg.
The Virginia Society of Medical Assistants (VSMA) is incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Its purpose is to enable medical assisting professionals to enhance and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and professionalism required by employers and patients; protect medical assistants’ right to practice; and promote effective, efficient health care delivery through optimal use of
20/02/2024
Licensed Practical Nurse- St. Mary's Community Clinic for Children's Hospital of Richmond- Weekday Days **$5,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply** Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick. Our team is a family. We work together to give every ...
20/02/2024
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20/02/2024
vcuhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com Who We Are Inventing better care, day by day by discovery Sound outrageous? It absolutely is. Sound impossible? That’s never stopped us before. Sound like hard work, intense research, collaboration with experts around the world, sheer brainpower meets unrelenting willpower? That’s. Exactly. Righ...
19/02/2024
Dive deep into the world of specimen collection techniques—swab edition! From soothing throats to addressing wounds and navigating the intricate nasopharyngeal passages, here are some best practices and advice:
Throat Swabs: Gently guide the swab to the back of the throat, avoiding teeth and tongue interference. Patient comfort is key!
Wound Swabs: Approach wounds with a meticulous touch, ensuring a comprehensive sample that reflects the true nature of the site. Sterility is nonnegotiable!
Nasopharyngeal Swabs: Navigate the delicate nasal passages reaching the posterior nasopharynx for a thorough collection. Patience and precision are your allies!
What tips do you have on best practices for collecting specimens with a swab? Share in the comments!
19/02/2024
https://www.vasma.org/2024/02/19/vsma-2024-annual-spring-conference-information/
VSMA 2024 Annual Spring Conference Information – VIRGINIA SOCIETY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS The AAMA Board of Trustees wishes you a Happy Valentine's Day! May your day be filled with lots of love. ... See MoreSee Less
17/02/2024
The AAMA Board of Trustees wishes you a Happy Valentine's Day! May your day be filled with lots of love.
14/02/2024
The AAMA provides numerous resources to help you assess whether different programs meet the criteria for earning non-AAMA recertification points. Access these materials through the following link: https://www.aama-ntl.org/continuing-education/ceus
13/02/2024
Behind the scenes at the 2024 AAMA Winter Board Meeting—witnessing dedication in action! The AAMA Board of Trustees is putting in the hard work, crafting strategies, and shaping the future of our organization. Together, the AAMA and the Board are committed to excellence and innovation.
13/02/2024
Our next CEU meeting! Go to https://fsmaonline.org/ceu-events-calendar/ and scroll down to the Brevard event! See you there!
The Amato Clinic
Medical Assistant/preferred credential
Full time with Benefits
Location Staunton/Waynesboro
Office number to call for Interview 540-213-3904
05/02/2024
Home Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024 *REGISTRATION CLOSES: 5pm EST Friday, February 9, 2024 Start Time: 10:00am EST End Time: 12:00pm EST Speaker: James R. Ginder, Health Education Specialist Topic: Family Mental Health Cost: Free to FSMA Members Only # of CEUs: 1.0 Type of Meeting: Zoom Meeting
01/02/2024
Please check your online account with the AAMA and make sure you renewed your annual membership.
Membership is very important as you get news asap along with many other benefits such as the ability to attend VIRTUAL and In-Person CEU sessions throughout the United States. Keep a check on this page, when sessions are offered we share them.
All Certified Medical Assistants deserve to know and grow in our profession.
AAMA Official Site - American Association of Medical Assistants The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) offers membership, CMA (AAMA) certification, and educational opportunities to medical assistants.
31/01/2024
30/01/2024
From checking vital signs to being a comforting presence during examinations, medical assistants bring a unique blend of skill and compassion to health care. Your compassion isn’t just routine; it makes a genuine difference in the lives of patients.
Share your most heartwarming patient care moments below. How has your compassion made a difference in someone’s life?
27/01/2024
https://www.vasma.org/2024/01/27/vsma-annual-spring-conference-2024/
VSMA ANNUAL SPRING CONFERENCE 2024 – VIRGINIA SOCIETY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS www.facebook.com/share/p/vMB1eM8tGCnhugFW/?JOIN OUR TEAM! We’re hiring a full-time Medical Assistant. Apply here today: lnkd.in/eAZ7FrFG ... See MoreSee Less
25/01/2024
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/vMB1eM8tGCnhugFW/?
JOIN OUR TEAM! We’re hiring a full-time Medical Assistant. Apply here today: https://lnkd.in/eAZ7FrFG
Anyone in the Martinsville, VA or Rocky Mount, NC area know of any job openings? Please post below.
20/01/2024
18/01/2024
Galaria Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Medical Assistant
Job description
Please visit www.galariamd.com to learn more about our practice.
We are a multi-specialty practice seeking dedicated, professional, and friendly
candidates who are looking for a rewarding and stable career.
Responsibilities include:
1)Assisting the medical provider with patient care including obtaining history and chief
complaint.
2)Assisting with biopsies and various procedures.
3)Educating patients regarding their treatment plans and medications.
4) Nursing procedures, such as suture removal, dressing changes, patch testing,
5) Completing of pathology and lab requisition documents.
Education and Experience: High school graduate or equivalent MUST have a minimum
of 1 year experience as a medical assistant. Superior interpersonal and communication
skills outstanding listening skills and ability to empathize for others .Exceptional
personal organizational skills.
Salary: Salary is based upon experience.'
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Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply
Only full-time employees eligible
Work Location:
Multiple locations
Administrative Duties:
Scheduling
Answering phones
Work Remotely
No
Galaria Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: From $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
medical assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
License:
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Potential Locations (Chantilly, VA, Ashburn VA, Haymarket, VA)
Galaria MD – Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Board-Certified Plastic Surgery & Dermatology care providers who are serving Northern Virginia. Three conveniently located offices at Ashburn (Brambleton), Chantilly (South Riding), and Haymarket. We provide care for all Adult and Pediatric skincare needs, skin cancer evaluation and treatment, cosme...
13/01/2024
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with you! The AAMA Executive Office is moving and settling into its new home at 20 N. Wacker Dr., Ste. 3720, Chicago, IL 60606.
To make the move, the office closes at 4 p.m. (CT) on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, and will reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024, at 9 a.m. (CT).
13/01/2024
Today is all about setting intentions, visualizing success, and manifesting your dreams. As the heartbeat of health care, let’s take a moment to focus on our personal and professional goals.
What’s on your horizon—a career milestone, a new skill mastered, or maybe a healthy work-life balance?
Grab your favorite magazines, scissors, and a board—let’s create a vision board together! Choose images and words that resonate with your aspirations. Whether it’s enhancing patient care, advancing your education, or finding moments of self-care, visualize it all coming to fruition.
Share your vision board creations in the comments below. Let’s inspire each other to reach new heights in our medical assisting journey!
06/01/2024
Thank you to Georgette Corning of the Detroit Chapter of Medical Assistants for sharing this with the VSMA. This is a free event open to all Medical Assistants.
On behalf of The Greater Detroit Chapter we would like to wish you all
a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !
Zoom chat room will be open at 6:45 pm on January 9, 2024. Speaker will start at 7:OO pm.
There will be a chapter meeting right after.
Isabel is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Greater Detroit Chapter Understanding Autism
Time: Jan 9, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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03/01/2024
https://www.vasma.org/2024-vsma-winter-virtual-ceu-saturday/
2024 VSMA WINTER VIRTUAL CEU SATURDAY – VIRGINIA SOCIETY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS Reminder!!!! Pay your dues online today if you are interested in running for a position in the VSMA, or want to run for Delegate or Alternate Delegate to the annual conference. They must be paid by midnight.Just a reminder - if you are currently in a leadership position or plan to run in 2024 for a....
03/01/2024
31/12/2023
Reminder!!!! Pay your dues online today if you are interested in running for a position in the VSMA, or want to run for Delegate or Alternate Delegate to the annual conference. They must be paid by midnight.
Just a reminder - if you are currently in a leadership position or plan to run in 2024 for a leadership position, Delegate, or Alternate Delegate your dues must be post marked by 12/31/2023.
29/12/2023
As we approach the end of the year, let’s take a moment to celebrate our incredible accomplishments! Whether you’ve been a guiding hand in patient care, mastered new skills, or kept the wheels of a practice turning smoothly, you have played a crucial role in making this year a success.
Share your proudest achievement of 2023 with us!
23/12/2023
Just a reminder - if you are currently in a leadership position or plan to run in 2024 for a leadership position, Delegate, or Alternate Delegate your dues must be post marked by 12/31/2023.
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