Outpatient Care Specialist - Medical Support

WVU Medicine; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Fairmont is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform duties in an outpatient clinic, providing clerical and clinical support to medical staff. You will work under attending providers, assist with examinations, obtain specimens, and help ensure efficient patient flow.

The role requires a high school diploma, MA program or equivalent, BLS within 30 days, and state and federal background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR Med Ed Program OR 1 year of clinical experience.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• State and federal background checks as required for regulated areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and clinical support to medical staff in an outpatient unit.
• Assist providers with requisitions, test results, and patient examinations.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.
• Perform POCT tests and maintain quality control logs after training.
• Schedule testing and appointments, assist with patient registration and billing data.
• Chaperone during medical examinations and ensure records are complete.
• Support inventory and equipment maintenance on the outpatient unit.
• Communicate with patients, families, and visitors as instructed by the physician.
• Contribute to Quality Assurance and generate patient charge data as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program OR Med Ed program OR 1 year clinical experience

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Fairmont is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform duties in an outpatient clinic, providing clerical and clinical support to medical staff. You will work under attending providers, assist with examinations, obtain specimens, and help ensure efficient patient flow.

The role requires a high school diploma, MA program or equivalent, BLS within 30 days, and state and federal background checks.