Orthopedics Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Exams

WVU Medicine; Charleston (WV); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital (SFH) in Charleston, WV, seeks a Medical Assistant for Orthopedics. The role supports physicians, greets patients, takes vital signs, prepares exam rooms, and assists with exams and procedures. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour work week.

Required: High School Diploma or MA program, 1 year clinical experience, and Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. WVU Health System affiliation promotes comprehensive care delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year clinical experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• One year healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms and obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms, maintains cleanliness and supplies.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and refers contacts as needed.
• Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow up expectations.
• Maintains quality control testing logs and ensures equipment is functional.
• Assists with medical documentation and office tasks as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Tools

Printers

Embossers

Computers

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital (SFH) in Charleston, WV, seeks a Medical Assistant for Orthopedics. The role supports physicians, greets patients, takes vital signs, prepares exam rooms, and assists with exams and procedures. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour work week.

Required: High School Diploma or MA program, 1 year clinical experience, and Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. WVU Health System affiliation promotes comprehensive care delivery.