Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals in Charleston, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills and support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, taking vitals, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with procedures.

Responsibilities extend to scheduling, documentation, and patient education, with a focus on maintaining equipment and handling light administrative tasks. Exempt status varies by shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or 1 year healthcare experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Preferred: completion of healthcare education coursework.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; obtains initial information and vitals.
• Prepares exam rooms with cleanliness and 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 with medical documentation and office administrative tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

BLS Certification

Healthcare coursework

Job description

THOM Thomas Hospitals in Charleston, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills and support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, taking vitals, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with procedures.

Responsibilities extend to scheduling, documentation, and patient education, with a focus on maintaining equipment and handling light administrative tasks. Exempt status varies by shift.