Physician Office Assistant

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc.; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc. is seeking a Physician Office Assistant to support physicians in patient evaluation and treatment.

The role includes preparing patients for exams, taking vital signs, and assisting with minor procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant credential, a high school diploma, and 3–6 months of hands-on training to develop proficiency in lab work, documentation, and patient care while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program is required.
• 3–6 months of on-the-job training to attain proficiency.
• Typists must reach at least 30 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for examination and treatment, take vital signs.
• May assist in minor surgery; prepare sterile trays and instruments.
• Obtain lab specimens and operate basic lab equipment.
• Perform EKGs and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Change sterile dressings and remove sutures.
• Administer injections and assist with patient care.

Skills

Typing 30 wpm

Medical assisting

Patient care support

Record keeping

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Training Program

Job description

Overview

The Physician OfficeAssistant performs basic medical procedures to assist physician in evaluation and treatment of patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for examination and treatment. Take vital signs, height, weight, etc
• May assist in minor surgery: clean and prep op-site. Set up sterile trays and assist in sterile procedures. Sterilize and wrap surgical instruments.
• Obtain lab specimens, perform routine lab procedures, and operate lab equipment (autoclave, microscope centrifuge, and hemogloinometer)
• Perform EKG’s and basic Arrhythmia recognition
• Change sterile dressings, remove sutures and skin clips.
• Administer injections,
• General office bookkeeping, coding and filing insurance claims.
• Practice Universal precautions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program required.

Experience

• Three (3) to six (6) months of on-the-job training required to attain proficiency in the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to type a minimum of thirty (30) words per minute accurately.
• Knowledge of medical assisting principles, practices, and clinical support functions.
• Ability to assist with patient care, examinations, and clinical procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, providers, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.