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CAMC Health System
Medical Assistant ($5k Sign on bonus) - CAMPUS PHYSICIAN CLINIC - Preston Memorial Hospital
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$40,966 / year median in West Virginia
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Within a patient centered culture, the Medical Assistant (MA) will assist providers and nursing staff deliver optimal patient care, and work with others to achieve efficient clinical and business operations. The Medical Assistant performs both clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities Job Skills Possesses sufficient skills to perform the job in an efficient and effective manner. Can demonstrate skills and knowledge in day-to-day situations, including the use of equipment associated with job responsibilities. Performs patient care as well as administrative tasks. Productivity Meets productivity standards that have been established for the position and/or department. Prioritizes multiple tasks. Completes assignments per protocol or as directed. Embraces new and innovative approaches that will improve efficiency. Understanding Roles and Responsibilities Takes responsibility for clarifying job responsibilities, including the need to understand performance standards and other expectations. Communicates with supervisor regularly to ensure that there is no misunderstanding about how performance will be measured and how expectations relate to the job. Seeks clarification as needed or when responsibilities are not understood. Willingly accepts change. Will work in clinics across the physician enterprise as needed. Travel is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Heavy Work Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly. 2 years of clinical experience in place of MA program. Demonstrated proficiency with administering a variety of routine patient care procedures (i.e. taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse) Education • Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program (Required) Credentials MA Certification from an accredited program or Associates Degree in