Certified Medical Assistant, PRN Float, Days

Logan Regional Medical Center; Logan (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Regional Medical Center in Logan, WV seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in the clinic. This float position may work at multiple locations to assist staffing needs.

You will room patients, take vitals, perform EKGs, assist in procedures, administer vaccines, collect specimens, and handle administrative tasks such as insurance verification and patient education, all while maintaining EMR accuracy.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary CMA program from an accredited school preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) CMA-AAMA or RMA upon hire required.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) required upon hire or per policy.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vitals, perform EKGs, and assist in office-based procedures.
• Administer vaccines, wound care, and specimen collection under supervision.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per guidelines.
• Coordinate care, verify insurance, obtain prior authorizations, and educate patients.
• Maintain EMR accuracy and document clinical tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Description

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

Performs both clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and nurses in the medical practice/clinic. Utilizes certified-level competencies to provide comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. Ensures high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values. This is a Float position. In this role, the incumbent may be asked to work at a variety of locations to assist with staffing levels as needed.

Essential Functions

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision.
• Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines.
• Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
• Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to triage patient concerns and elevate appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance.
• Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

Education

Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited medical assistant program (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA CMA-AAMA or RMA Upon Hire (Required) And
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)

Experience

1+ years experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting (Preferred)