Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.; St. Clairsville (OH); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its primary care team in Saint Clairsville. The role supports patient intake, vital signs, and room preparation, while assisting with exams and administrative duties.

Ideal candidates have medical assistant training or equivalent experience and basic life support certification within 30 days. The position involves varied shifts and direct patient contact in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR one (1) year of experience in a clinical setting.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Equipment operation

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Prioritization

Formation

Medical Assistant program

Clinical experience in healthcare

Description du poste

The West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its primary care team in Saint Clairsville. The role supports patient intake, vital signs, and room preparation, while assisting with exams and administrative duties.

Ideal candidates have medical assistant training or equivalent experience and basic life support certification within 30 days. The position involves varied shifts and direct patient contact in a clinical setting.