CMA for Cardiology Clinic

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, WV is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to join our team in a 40-hour, day-shift role. You will support providers by collecting patient information, taking vital signs, and preparing exam rooms.

The ideal candidate holds CMA certification, BLS and has at least one year of healthcare experience. You will assist with exams, manage referrals, and help patients with documentation while maintaining a clean, compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CMA certification required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and records initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms and ensures supplies and cleanliness.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and coordinates referrals.
• Assists provider during examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs.
• Ensures medical equipment is in working condition.
• Assists patients with completing medical documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Adapt to changing environments

Software proficiency

Organization and prioritization

Teamwork and independence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

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Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• Current National Certification as Certified Medical Assistant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.

Experience

• One (1) year of healthcare experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for provider 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.

Physical Requirements

• MEDIUM WORK - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

Working Environment

• Working closely with others.
• Working protracted or irregular hours.
• Working around biohazards.
• Working around infectious diseases.
• Working with hands in water.
• May be required to travel between facilities.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Ability to use and learn software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center

Cost Center: 8794 CCMC HVI Cardiology CCMC

Address: 1013 Garfield Avenue, Parkersburg, West Virginia

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