Outpatient Medical Assistant & Care Support

WVU Medicine; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in an outpatient clinic setting seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinical staff. Responsibilities include patient preparation, specimen collection, basic testing, medication administration under supervision, and documentation to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires MA-related education or documented clinical experience, BLS certification within 30 days, and compliance with background checks.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide support to medical staff to assure patients’ needs are met and outpatient unit operates efficiently.
• Assist providers with patient examination forms and ensure test results are available for visits.
• Administer prescribed medications under supervision.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative tests on specimens.
• Document and report test results to the medical provider.
• Conduct POCT tests after training and maintain quality control logs.
• Schedule and coordinate outpatient appointments and diagnostic procedures.
• Act as chaperone during medical examinations.
• Ensure medical records and test results are complete and available for visits.
• Assist with inventory of supplies and equipment for patient care.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

Med Ed Program

1 year of clinical experience

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in an outpatient clinic setting seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinical staff. Responsibilities include patient preparation, specimen collection, basic testing, medication administration under supervision, and documentation to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires MA-related education or documented clinical experience, BLS certification within 30 days, and compliance with background checks.