Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Admin

WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff.

The role involves greeting patients, obtaining initial information and vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams and procedures. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms and records initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms and ensures supplies.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and referrals.
• Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs and keeps medical equipment in good condition.
• Assists with office tasks including phones, messages, data entry and cash deposits.

Education

HS Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

Clinical experience

Job description

WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff.

The role involves greeting patients, obtaining initial information and vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with exams and procedures. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.