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Certified Medical Assistant, Full Time, Days
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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
Description Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center , a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious 'A' grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker's listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community. Job Summary Performs both clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and nurses in the medical practice/clinic. Utilizes certified-level competencies to provide comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. Ensures high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values. Essential Functions Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision. Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection. Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines. Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards. Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate. Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures. Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills. Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology. Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance. Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols. Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach. Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds. Use of personal protective equipment as needed. Frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. May involve exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials. Must follow established safety procedures and protocols. Qualifications Education Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited medical assistant program (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA
•AAMA CMA, CCMA or RMA Upon Hire (Required) And BCLS
•Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) Experience 1+ years experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting (Preferred)
Qualifications:
Education Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited medical assistant program (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA
•AAMA CMA, CCMA or RMA Upon Hire (Required) And BCLS
•Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) Experience 1+ years experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting (Preferred)
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance