Urology Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Procedures

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills and assist physicians and registered nurses under supervision.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, room preparation, taking vital signs, assisting with exams, scheduling, documentation, and maintaining equipment. BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required; HS diploma or MA program graduate preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; MA program graduate or 1 year clinical experience.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Healthcare education coursework preferred; 1 year healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients and ensures supplies are available.
• Assists with exams, tests, and procedures and supports providers.
• Schedules appointments and sets up referrals as needed.
• Maintains patient documentation and assists with administrative tasks.
• Maintains equipment and quality control logs.

Skills

Ability to use and care for equipment

Effective communication

Adaptability

Teamwork and independence

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduate

Tools

Printers

Embossers

Computers

Job description

West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic nursing skills and assist physicians and registered nurses under supervision.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, room preparation, taking vital signs, assisting with exams, scheduling, documentation, and maintaining equipment. BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required; HS diploma or MA program graduate preferred.