Medical Assistant - Entry Level, Patient Care & Admin

Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Glen Dale (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale, West Virginia, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in patient examinations and procedures. The role requires front-line patient care, vital signs collection, room preparation, and both clinical and some administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completes a Medical Assistant program or has 1 year of clinical experience, and will obtain Basic Life Support 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 certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

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 to include answering phones, taking messages, data entry, and cash deposits.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organization

Technical equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or 1 year clinical experience

Job description

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale, West Virginia, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in patient examinations and procedures. The role requires front-line patient care, vital signs collection, room preparation, and both clinical and some administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completes a Medical Assistant program or has 1 year of clinical experience, and will obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.