Outpatient Clinical Support Specialist

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, West Virginia, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient care teams. The role involves assisting with patient visits, processing requisitions, and ensuring accurate record-keeping and specimen handling.

The position requires completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent, plus BLS certification within 30 days and a background check. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR graduate of the Med Ed Program OR one year of clinical experience.
• Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to medical staff to assure patients' needs are met and efficient operation of outpatient unit.
• Assist providers with requisitions or forms for patient examination or testing; ensure test results are available.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision of attending provider.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations of specimens; obtain and document patients’ specimens.
• Maintain patient records and test results; ensure availability of records and results for visits.
• May schedule and coordinate new and return appointments; assist with registration and data entry.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Medical terminology

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Med Ed Program

1 year clinical experience

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, West Virginia, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient care teams. The role involves assisting with patient visits, processing requisitions, and ensuring accurate record-keeping and specimen handling.

The position requires completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent, plus BLS certification within 30 days and a background check. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.