Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff by performing basic clinical tasks and gathering patient information.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and tests, scheduling referrals, and helping with administrative duties.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, MA program completion or one year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

BLS within 30 days

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

Job description

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff by performing basic clinical tasks and gathering patient information.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and tests, scheduling referrals, and helping with administrative duties.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, MA program completion or one year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days.