Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

RMH Reynolds Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. You will greet patients, obtain initial information and vitals, prepare exam rooms, and assist with exams and procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role includes scheduling, coordinating referrals, documenting patient information, and handling office tasks such as phones, data entry, and cash deposits.

Qualifications

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

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 and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Vital signs knowledge

Basic life support knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Healthcare coursework (preferred)

Tools

Medical equipment operation

Job description

WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. You will greet patients, obtain initial information and vitals, prepare exam rooms, and assist with exams and procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role includes scheduling, coordinating referrals, documenting patient information, and handling office tasks such as phones, data entry, and cash deposits.