Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

WVU Medicine; Weirton, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine in Weirton is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical staff, greet patients, collect medical history and vital signs, and prepare exam rooms for physician visits.

You will assist with exams and procedures, schedule referrals, and help with patient education and documentation, while contributing to a clean and organized clinical environment. BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or 1 year of clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and 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.
• Supports office administrative tasks including phones, messages, data entry, and deposits.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

Job description

WVU Medicine in Weirton is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical staff, greet patients, collect medical history and vital signs, and prepare exam rooms for physician visits.

You will assist with exams and procedures, schedule referrals, and help with patient education and documentation, while contributing to a clean and organized clinical environment. BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.