Orthopedics CMA Medical Assistant – Patient Care

WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital; Ripley (WV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

JAX Jackson General Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers, greet patients, and prepare exam rooms. The role includes vital signs collection, patient documentation, and coordinating referrals.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CMA and BLS, with healthcare experience. This on-site position offers full-time hours and an opportunity to work across our orthopaedics center in Ripley, WV.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Current CMA certification.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program strongly preferred.

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 exams, (Adult or Child), procedures and immunizations.
• 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.
• Records test results in patient charts and contacts patients as necessary regarding tests.
• Thoroughly clean and stock each examination room weekly.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Software literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

CMA national certification

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Job description

JAX Jackson General Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers, greet patients, and prepare exam rooms. The role includes vital signs collection, patient documentation, and coordinating referrals.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CMA and BLS, with healthcare experience. This on-site position offers full-time hours and an opportunity to work across our orthopaedics center in Ripley, WV.