Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Support

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals in Charleston, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support under supervision of physicians and nurses. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, assisting with exams and procedures, and coordinating referrals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, completion of a Medical Assistant program or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have (a) completion of a Medical Assistant program or (b) one year of healthcare clinical experience.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and records initial information and vitals.
• Prepares exam rooms with cleanliness and supplies.
• Assists with exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and handles referrals as needed.
• Assists providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs.
• Ensures medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assists with completion of medical documentation.
• Supports office administrative tasks including phones, messaging, data entry, and cash deposits.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year clinical experience

Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire

Job description

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals in Charleston, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support under supervision of physicians and nurses. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, assisting with exams and procedures, and coordinating referrals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, completion of a Medical Assistant program or 1 year clinical experience, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.