Medical Assistant - Urology

Wvumedicine; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant in Urology! This role offers the chance to work closely with patients and healthcare professionals in a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for greeting patients, preparing exam rooms, assisting in procedures, and performing essential administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a passion for patient care. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and diverse workplace. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to apply today!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of clinical experience or Medical Assistant Program graduate.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients, preparing for physician visits.
• Assist with exams, tests, and administrative tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to adapt

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

Medical equipment

Computers

Printers

Job description

Medical Assistant - Urology

Apply locations: White Oaks Urology Clinic

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR25-02570

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Completion of healthcare education course work.

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year of healthcare experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
2. Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
3. Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
4. Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
5. Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
6. Educates patients on follow up expectations.
7. Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
8. Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
9. Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
10. 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. MEDIUM WORK - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working closely with others.
2. Working protracted or irregular hours.
3. Working around biohazards.
4. Working around infectious diseases.
5. Working with hands in water.
6. May be required to travel between facilities.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to use and care of all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
2. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
3. Ability to adapt to changing environments.
4. Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.
5. Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center: 84 UHC Urology

Address: White Oaks Blvd, Bridgeport, West Virginia

WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.