Certified Medical Assistant-Mt Olivet Rapid Care

Reynolds Memorial Hospital; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Moundsville, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient intake, vital signs, exam room preparation, and procedure assistance.

This role requires a High School Diploma, BLS within 30 days, CMA certification, and at least 1 year of healthcare experience; preferred: graduate of an accredited MA program. Schedule: 36 hours per week, non-exempt, on-site. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient education, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current National Certification as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
• 1 year of healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients; obtains initial information and vitals.
• Prepares exam rooms and ensures supplies are available.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and referrals.
• Assists providers during exams and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
• Ensures medical equipment is functioning properly.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Software proficiency

Organization

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Accredited MA program graduate

Job description

Address

132 Lafayette Avenue

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 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:

36

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Shift

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital

Cost Center

8281 RMH Emergency Medicine Urgent Care

Address

132 Lafayette Avenue

Moundsville

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.