Non-Certified Medical Assistant(Lab)-St. Clairsville Health Center

WVU Medicine•St. Clairsville, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic nursing skills and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician and/or registered nursing staff. The role supports patient visits by collecting initial information and vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting with examinations, tests, and procedures, and educating patients about follow-up expectations. The position also includes quality control and equipment checks, appointment and referral coordination, assistance with medical documentation, and office administrative duties. Must be able to perform lab draws.

Requirements

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.
Able to perform lab draws.
Able to use and care for equipment, including printers, embossers, and computers.
Effective communication with staff and patients.
Ability to adapt to changing environments.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Able to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
Able to bend, stoop, reach, rotate normally, and stand and walk during an 8–12-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

Completion of healthcare education coursework.
One year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Greet and escort patients to exam rooms; prepare for physician visits by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
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.
Perform office administrative tasks, including answering phones, taking messages, copying, printing, data entry, assisting with cash deposits, and other closing duties.
Perform lab draws.