Orthopedics CMA: Hands-On Patient Care & Clinic Support

Rivers Health; Heights (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivers Health seeks a full-time Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse for its Orthopedics Office in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The role supports providers with patient care, handles administrative duties, and maintains high standards of office-based care.

Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting in patient records, and coordinating referrals. Experience in a provider office is preferred; active CMA or LPN certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing or CMA program.
• Active certification/licensure required.
• One year of direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assess patient condition; assist physicians.
• Document all activities and medications in patient records; obtain pre-certifications and referrals.
• Provide patient education and schedule referrals; assist with procedures.
• Maintain exam rooms and prep for procedures; ensure safety and infection control.
• Answer phones, triage patient care issues, and schedule visits.
• Perform routine office lab procedures and manage equipment/supplies.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Nursing duties

Patient education

Phone triage

Education

LPN license

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Rivers Health seeks a full-time Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse for its Orthopedics Office in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The role supports providers with patient care, handles administrative duties, and maintains high standards of office-based care.

Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting in patient records, and coordinating referrals. Experience in a provider office is preferred; active CMA or LPN certification is required.