Medical Assistant — Entry-Level Patient Care & Admin

Wheeling Hospital, Inc.; Martins Ferry (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Martins Ferry, Ohio is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians by greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, and assisting with examinations and procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days; 36 hours weekly; non-exempt; travel between facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant Program OR one year of experience in a clinical setting.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• One year of healthcare experience.
• Ability to use and care of equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.

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, performing office tasks and assisting with depositing cash and other closing duties.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient education

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Tools

Printers & embossers

Computers

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. in Martins Ferry, Ohio is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians by greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, and assisting with examinations and procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days; 36 hours weekly; non-exempt; travel between facilities may be required.