Medical Assistant-Non Certified

WVU Medicine; Charleston, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily clinical operations in a fast-paced setting. You will greet patients, take vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and assist clinicians during visits and procedures.

The position involves scheduling, referrals, patient education on follow-up care, and light administrative duties while ensuring accuracy and compliance with workflows.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or 1 year healthcare experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms and collect initial information and vitals.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain cleanliness and supply readiness.
• Assist with exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals as needed.
• Assist providers during examinations and patient education on follow-ups.
• Maintain quality control testing logs and equipment checks.
• Perform clerical tasks and basic office duties including data entry and cash deposits.

Skills

Equipment operation

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program graduate

Tools

Printers

Embossers

Computers

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of healthcare education course work.

EXPERIENCE

• One (1) year of healthcare experience.

CORE DUTIES AND 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 but not limited to answering phones, taking messages, performing office related task (copying, printing, data entry, etc.) and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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).
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Working closely with others.
• Working protracted or irregular hours.
• Working around biohazards.
• Working around infectious diseases.
• Working with hands in water.
• May be required to travel between facilities.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to use and care of all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.

ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center: 6205

THOM SF Family Medicine Donnally Address: 4605 Maccorkle Ave SW South Charleston West Virginia

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively “WVUHS”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.