86077 - Medical Assistant-Non Certified

WVU Medicine; Burgettstown (Washington County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Burgettstown is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team. The role involves greeting and escorting patients, assisting with exams and procedures, and maintaining medical equipment. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with clinical experience or medical assistant program completion. Additional certification in Basic Life Support is needed within 30 days of hiring. The position offers 40 scheduled weekly hours with a day shift and is non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or one year of clinical experience is required.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms and prepare for physician visits.
• Assist with exams, tests, and procedures under physician's direction.
• Schedule appointments and assist with office administrative tasks.

Skills

Effective communication with staff and patients

Organize and prioritize work

Adaptability to changing environments

Use and care of equipment including printers and computers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or one year of clinical experience

Job description

Job Overview

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Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
• Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
• Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
• Assists with office administrative tasks including answering phones, taking messages, printing, data entry, and other closing duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR one year of clinical experience.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of healthcare education coursework.
• One year of healthcare experience.

Physical Requirements

• Medium work—exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds constantly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and stand/walk for an 8‑12 hour shift.

Working Environment

• Working closely with others.
• Protracted or irregular hours.
• Exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases.
• Hands in water; may require travel between facilities.

Skills and Abilities

• Use and care of equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
• Effective communication with staff and patients.
• Adaptability to changing environments.
• Independent and team work setting.
• Organize and prioritize work.

Additional Job Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Exempt/Non‑Exempt: United States of America (Non‑Exempt)
Company: WMCP WMC Physician Practices
Cost Center: 500 WMCP Administration
Address: 560 Steubenville Pike, Burgettstown, Pennsylvania

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively “WVUHS”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.