Clinic Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin Support (Travel)

WVU Medicine; Belle Vernon (Fayette County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across ambulatory sites in the Belle Vernon area. You will greet patients, take vitals, prepare rooms, assist with exams and procedures, and manage referrals and follow-ups.

The position requires a Medical Assistant program graduate or 1 year of clinical experience, High School Diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Travel between WVU sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patient to exam rooms and obtain initial information and vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms for patients with cleanliness and supply readiness.
• Assist with and/or perform exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and set up referral contacts as needed.
• Assist provider during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educate patients on follow-up expectations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days

Job description

West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across ambulatory sites in the Belle Vernon area. You will greet patients, take vitals, prepare rooms, assist with exams and procedures, and manage referrals and follow-ups.

The position requires a Medical Assistant program graduate or 1 year of clinical experience, High School Diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Travel between WVU sites may be required.