Patient Care Medical Assistant — Day Shift (Clinic & Admin)

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff by performing basic clinical skills, taking vital signs, and assisting with exams and procedures. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA program or 1 year of clinical experience, and BLS within 30 days.

The role includes patient education, administrative tasks, and potential travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR one year of experience in a clinical setting.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
• Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• 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.
• Assists with office administrative tasks including answering phones, taking messages, data entry, and depositing cash.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organization

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduate

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff by performing basic clinical skills, taking vital signs, and assisting with exams and procedures. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA program or 1 year of clinical experience, and BLS within 30 days.

The role includes patient education, administrative tasks, and potential travel between facilities.