Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

WVU Medicine; Triadelphia (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, collecting initial information, and preparing exam rooms for visits.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience. Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire date.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms and gathers initial information.
• Keeps exam rooms clean and stocked for patient visits.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and manages referrals as needed.
• Assists during patient examinations and procedures.

Skills

Clinical skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant program

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. The role includes greeting patients, collecting initial information, and preparing exam rooms for visits.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program or one year of clinical experience. Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire date.