Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Exam Support

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, WV seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff with basic clinical tasks and patient flow. The role includes taking vital signs, prepping exam rooms, and assisting with examinations and procedures.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, CMA certification, and at least one year of healthcare experience. It may involve travel between facilities and day shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• Current National Certification as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (preferred).
• One year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and 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.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Software applications

Organization

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Job description

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, WV seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff with basic clinical tasks and patient flow. The role includes taking vital signs, prepping exam rooms, and assisting with examinations and procedures.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, CMA certification, and at least one year of healthcare experience. It may involve travel between facilities and day shifts.