Ambulatory Care Medical Assistant - Patient Care Champion

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown is seeking a Medical Assistant for the outpatient dermatology unit. The role supports medical staff, assists with patient exams and testing, and administers medications under supervision.

You will obtain specimens, document results, and help schedule procedures while maintaining records and ensuring efficient patient flow in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support medical staff to meet patient needs and outpatient operations.
• Assist providers with forms and testing orders; ensure test results are ready for visits.
• Administer prescribed medications under supervision.
• Perform POCT tests and maintain quality control logs.
• Document test results and obtain patient specimens as ordered.
• Schedule procedures and coordinate new and return appointments.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient care

Medical terminology

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 in Morgantown is seeking a Medical Assistant for the outpatient dermatology unit. The role supports medical staff, assists with patient exams and testing, and administers medications under supervision.

You will obtain specimens, document results, and help schedule procedures while maintaining records and ensuring efficient patient flow in a busy clinical setting.