Casual CMA

wvumedicine; Ripley (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

JAX Jackson General Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in exam rooms, collect vital signs, and prepare patients for visits. The role involves assisting with procedures and immunizations, organizing referrals, and educating patients on follow-up care.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with flexibility for varied shifts. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS certification within 30 days of hire, and CMA certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Current National Certification as CMA.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms and collects initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms with cleanliness and supplies.
• Assists with exams, procedures, and immunizations.
• Schedules appointments and coordinates referrals as needed.
• Assists provider during exams and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up plans and expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs.
• Ensures medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
• Records test results in patient charts and notifies patients as necessary.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms weekly.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Software skills

Organization

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

CMA Certification

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling systems

Job description

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Performs basic nursing skills, and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician, advanced practice professional and/or registered nursing staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• Current National Certification as CMA.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of healthcare experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for provider visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
2. Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
3. Assists with exams, (Adult or Child) , procedures and immunizations.
4. Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
5. Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
6. Educates patients on follow up expectations.
7. Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
8. Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
9. Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
10. Record test (lab, radiology, etc.) results in patient charts and contact patients as necessary regarding tests.
11. Thoroughly clean and stock each examination room weekly.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. MEDIUM WORK - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly).
2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working closely with others.
2. Working protracted or irregular hours.
3. Working around biohazards.
4. Working around infectious diseases.
5. Working with hands in water.
6. May be required to travel between facilities.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
2. Ability to adapt to changing environments.
3. Ability to use and learn software applications.
4. Ability to organize and prioritize work.
5. Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

8

Shift: Varied (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: JAX Jackson General Hospital

Cost Center: 7000 JAX Rural Health Clinic JAX

Address: 122 Pinnell StRipleyWest Virginia

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.