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CompanyTHOM Thomas HospitalsWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position.Minimum QualificationsHigh 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 QualificationsCompletion of healthcare education coursework.ExperienceOne (1) year of healthcare experience.Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreets 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 to include but not limited to answering phones, taking messages, performing office related task (copying, printing, data entry, etc.) and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.Physical RequirementsMEDIUM 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 EnvironmentWorking 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 and AbilitiesAbility to use and care of 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.Additional Job DescriptionScheduled Weekly Hours: 40Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)Cost Center: 70 THOM Nursing PACUAddress: 4605 Maccorkle Ave SW, South Charleston, West VirginiaCompany: THOM Thomas HospitalsEqual Opportunity EmployerWest 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. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr