Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical staff with basic nursing tasks under the direction of a physician or registered nurse. You will greet patients, obtain initial information and vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and assist with exams, tests, and procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and certification in Basic Life Support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and records initial vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms and ensures supplies.Assists with exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and manages referrals.
• Supports providers during examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs and equipment checks.
• Assists with medical documentation completion.
• Handles light administrative tasks and cash deposits as needed.

Skills

Healthcare experience

BLS within 30 days

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program

Job description

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical staff with basic nursing tasks under the direction of a physician or registered nurse. You will greet patients, obtain initial information and vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and assist with exams, tests, and procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and certification in Basic Life Support