Clinical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Support

WVU Medicine; Wheeling, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams and procedures in a clinical setting.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program completion or 1 year of clinical experience, high school diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Travel between facilities may be required in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program or 1 year of clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; obtain initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and supply readiness.
• 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.
• Assists with office administrative tasks (phones, messages, data entry, deposits).

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Healthcare education coursework

Tools

Printers

Embossers

Computers

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams and procedures in a clinical setting.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program completion or 1 year of clinical experience, high school diploma, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Travel between facilities may be required in this position.