Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physician and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and handling administrative tasks.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

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

Equipment handling

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physician and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and handling administrative tasks.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.