Medical Assistant - Urology
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals · South Charleston, WV · 1 wk ago
On-siteInternship
Performs basic nursing skills and/or serves under the direction and supervision of the practice physician and/or registered nursing staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR one (1) year of experience in a clinical setting.
- Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of healthcare education course work.
- One (1) year of healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
- Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
- Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
- Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
- Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
- Educates patients on follow-up expectations.
- Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
- Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
- Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.
- Assists with office administrative tasks including answering phones, taking messages, performing office-related tasks (copying, printing, data entry), and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.
Physical Requirements
- Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and be capable of normal rotation.
- Standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.
Working Environment
- Working closely with others.
- Working protracted or irregular hours.
- Working around biohazards.
- Working around infectious diseases.
- Working with hands in water.
- May be required to travel between facilities.
Skills
- Ability to use and care for all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments.
- Ability to work in both an independent and team setting.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Schedule
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Non-Exempt