Certified Medical Assistant

United Hospital Center; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center (UHC) in Elkins, WV seeks a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing support and assist physicians, with duties including patient prep, vital signs, exams, and scheduling. The role requires CMA certification and completion of a basic life support course within 30 days of hire.

Experience in healthcare and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program are preferred. The position may involve travel between facilities and requires strong communication and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current National Certification as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms with cleanliness and supplies; assists with exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and manages referrals as needed; assists provider during examinations.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations and supports documentation completion.

Skills

Communication with staff and patients

Adaptability

Use of software applications

Organization & prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

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

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

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.

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.

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for provider 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.

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.

• 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).
• 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.

• Working closely with others.
• Working protracted or irregular hours.
• Working around biohazards.
• Working around infectious diseases.
• Working with hands in water.
• May be required to travel between facilities.

Skills And Abilities

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

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Exempt/Non-Exempt

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United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center

5050 UHC Elkins Corridor Medical Center

Address

1013 North Randolph Avenue

Elkins

West 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, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.