Medical Assistant - Clinical Support (Entry Level)

WVU Medicine; Benwood (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Benwood, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant/clinical support role. Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and procedures, scheduling referrals, and educating patients on follow-up care.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA program certificate or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR one year of experience in a clinical setting.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients, ensuring cleanliness and supply readiness.
• 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 medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
• Assists with office tasks (phones, messages, data entry, deposits).

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical assisting

Clear communication

Team work

Education

Medical Assistant program certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (within 30 days)

Job description

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Benwood, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant/clinical support role. Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and procedures, scheduling referrals, and educating patients on follow-up care.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA program certificate or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.