Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Operations

Uniontown Hospital; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced setting. You will greet patients, obtain vital signs, prepare rooms, and assist with exams and referrals.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential for delivering quality patient care. The role involves assisting providers during procedures, educating patients, and helping with documentation and scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program or 1 year clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms and obtain initial information and vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms for patients, ensuring cleanliness and supplies.
• Assist with and/or perform exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and arrange referrals as needed.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Educate patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintain quality control testing logs as required.
• Ensure medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assist patients with completing medical documentation.
• Support office tasks (phones, messages, data entry, deposits) and assist with closing duties.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Office coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Tools

Printers

Embossers

Computers

Job description

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced setting. You will greet patients, obtain vital signs, prepare rooms, and assist with exams and referrals.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential for delivering quality patient care. The role involves assisting providers during procedures, educating patients, and helping with documentation and scheduling.