Certified Medical Assistant - Infectious Disease Clinic

WVU Medicine • Burbank, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic nursing skills and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician, advanced practice professional, and/or registered nursing staff in an infectious disease clinic. The role includes preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting with examinations and procedures, coordinating appointments and referrals, educating patients about follow-up, maintaining quality-control logs, ensuring medical equipment is in working order, and helping patients complete medical documentation.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a day shift. The work involves close interaction with others, potentially protracted or irregular hours, exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases, working with hands in water, and possible travel between facilities. Physical requirements include exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking during an 8–12-hour shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Ability to use and learn software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting/exerting force and bending, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• One year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms; obtain initial information and vital signs in preparation for provider visits.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintaining cleanliness and ensuring supplies are available.
• Assist with and/or perform examinations, tests, and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and arrange referral contacts as needed.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educate patients about follow-up expectations.
• Maintain required quality-control testing logs.
• Ensure medical equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assist patients with completing medical documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED