Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

WVU Medicine; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a busy clinical setting in Wheeling, WV. The role involves taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams, tests, and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA program completion or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. The position requires teamwork, reliability, and effective patient communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of clinical experience.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

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 cash deposits.

Skills

Communication with staff

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduate

BLS certification

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a busy clinical setting in Wheeling, WV. The role involves taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams, tests, and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA program completion or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. The position requires teamwork, reliability, and effective patient communication.