Job Description
Job Location: BMH Danville Clinic - Danville, WV 25053
Position Type: Full TimeBoone Memorial Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our outpatient clinical team. In this role, you will support providers and help deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinic environment.
If you enjoy helping patients, working as part of a collaborative healthcare team, and making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.
Job
Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) supports daily clinic operations by assisting providers with patient care, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks in an outpatient setting. The MA helps ensure efficient workflow, maintains accurate patient records, and provides quality patient care while following established clinical protocols and regulatory standards. This role works under the supervision of a licensed medical provider and plays an essential part in delivering safe, compassionate, and effective healthcare services.
Essential Functions
Clinical Responsibilities
- Assist providers during patient examinations and treatments
- Obtain and document vital signs and patient medical history
- Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and tests
- Administer medications and immunizations as directed by a provider
- Perform EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection
- Perform waived laboratory testing to assist with diagnosis
- Assist with minor office procedures
- Recognize and respond to medical emergencies
- Provide basic patient care and first aid when needed
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Administrative Responsibilities
- Register patients and update medical records
- Schedule appointments and medical procedures
- Process lab orders and prescription refills as directed
- Manage clinic supplies and inventory
- Assist with insurance forms, billing, and patient follow-up
- Maintain strict patient confidentiality
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
Preferred
- 1 year of Medical Assistant or EMR experience
- BLS Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Skills We're Looking For
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Commitment to providing excellent patient care
Physical Requirements
This role may require standing or sitting for extended periods, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Boone Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.