Clinical Medical Assistant — Entry-Level

Wheeling Hospital; St. Clairsville (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills under physician and RN supervision in our Ohio-area clinics. The role includes greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams, scheduling referrals, and handling light administrative tasks.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA program completion or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year of clinical experience.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Preferred: completion of healthcare education coursework.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician 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.
• Assists with office administrative tasks including answering phones, taking messages, data entry, and depositing cash.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Equipment operation

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year clinical experience

Basic Life Support certification within 30 days

Healthcare education coursework (preferred)

Job description

Wheeling Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills under physician and RN supervision in our Ohio-area clinics. The role includes greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams, scheduling referrals, and handling light administrative tasks.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA program completion or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days.