Ambulatory Care Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

wvumedicine; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Medical Assistant for an outpatient clinic role. You will provide clerical and clinical support to the medical staff and assist with patient examinations, tests, and documentation.

Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications under supervision, performing POCT tests, coordinating appointments, and ensuring accurate patient records and test results are available for visits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or Med Ed program, or 1 year clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• State and federal background checks as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and clinical support to medical staff in outpatient unit.
• Assist providers with examinations, requisitions, and test results; aid patient visits.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.
• Perform POCT tests and maintain quality control logs.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.
• Chaperone during medical examinations.
• Ensure patient records and test results are available for visits.
• Assist with inventory of supplies and equipment for patient care.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient care

Clerical tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program graduate

Med Ed Program graduate

1 year clinical experience

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Medical Assistant for an outpatient clinic role. You will provide clerical and clinical support to the medical staff and assist with patient examinations, tests, and documentation.

Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications under supervision, performing POCT tests, coordinating appointments, and ensuring accurate patient records and test results are available for visits.