Medical Assistant -Non Certified

Medical Assistant - Non Certified

United Hospital Center – 327 Medical Park Drive, Bridgeport, West Virginia.

Perform basic nursing skills under the direction of physicians and registered nursing staff. Responsible for patient care, exam room preparation, documentation support, and general office administration.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or at least one (1) year of clinical experience.
• Certification in Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire.

• Completion of healthcare education coursework.
• Additional years of healthcare experience.

• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms and obtains initial information and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms, maintaining cleanliness and ensuring supplies are available.
• Assists with or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
• Schedules appointments and manages referral contacts as needed.
• Supports providers during patient examinations and procedures.
• Educates patients on follow‑up expectations.
• Maintains quality‑control testing logs.
• Ensures all medical equipment functions properly.
• Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
• Performs office administrative tasks such as answering phones, taking messages, data entry, printing, copying, and handling cash deposits.

• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, rotate, stand, and walk for an 8–12 hour shift.

• Collaborative environment with team members.
• Will work irregular or protracted hours and may be required to travel between facilities.
• Exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, and tasks performed with hands in water.

• Proficient in use and care of office equipment including printers and computers.
• Effective communication with staff and patients.
• Adaptability to changing environments and work demands.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Non‑Exempt

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Part‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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