Medical Assistant, General Surgery

WVU; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant in General Surgery at a leading hospital. This role involves performing essential nursing skills, assisting with patient care, and ensuring a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, and assisting healthcare providers during procedures. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working alongside dedicated professionals. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to support a diverse patient population, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or 1 year clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare them for physician visits.
• Assist with exams, tests, and procedures.
• Perform office administrative tasks.

Skills

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program

Certification in Basic Life Support

Tools

Medical Equipment

Computers

Job description

Medical Assistant, General Surgery

Medical Assistant, General Surgery

Apply locations: Uniontown Hospital (UNTWN)

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR25-04186

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Performs basic nursing skills, and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician and/or registered nursing staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR One (1) year of clinical experience.
3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Completion of healthcare education course work.

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year of healthcare experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
2. Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
3. Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
4. Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
5. Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
6. Educates patients on follow up expectations.
7. Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
8. Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
9. Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
10. Assists with office administrative tasks including but not limited to answering phones, taking messages, performing office-related tasks (copying, printing, data entry, etc.) and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. MEDIUM WORK: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working closely with others.
2. Working protracted or irregular hours.
3. Working around biohazards.
4. Working around infectious diseases.
5. Working with hands in water.
6. May be required to travel between facilities.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to use and care for all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
2. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
3. Ability to adapt to changing environments.
4. Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.
5. Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: UNTWN Uniontown Hospital

Cost Center: 8240 UNTWN Surgery

Address: 500 W Berkeley Street, Uniontown, Pennsylvania

WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.