Medical Assistant-Non-Certified

WVU; West Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves performing essential nursing skills, assisting physicians, and ensuring a smooth patient experience. You'll be responsible for greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, and managing administrative tasks while working in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to providing quality healthcare in your community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Medical Assistant Program or 1 year clinical experience preferred.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients, prepare exam rooms, and assist with exams.
• Schedule appointments and maintain medical documentation.
• Assist with administrative tasks and ensure medical equipment is functional.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program

Certification in Basic Life Support

Tools

Medical equipment

Computers

Job description

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Medical Assistant-Non-Certified

Apply locations Reynolds Rapid Care Benwood Reynolds Rapid Care time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR24-52816

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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 to include 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 of 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: 36

Shift:

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

Company: RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital

Cost Center: 8288 RMH Rapid Care Benwood

Address: 108 Eoff Street, Benwood, West Virginia

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.