Medical Assistant (FT - Newcastle Clinic)

Now Hiring: Medical Assistant for our Newcastle Clinic!

WCHS is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and detail-oriented MA to join our clinic team.

The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical and organizational skills, excellent communication ability, and a commitment to excellent patient care. We are seeking a dependable and collaborative individual to work with our care team.

Compensation: starting at $21.00/hour, depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team in palliative care. Under general supervision, assists in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care, addressing the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Working closely with physicians, non-physician providers, RNs, LPNs, and other clinical staff, this role will focus on providing holistic care for individuals experiencing serious illness, with an emphasis on quality of life, symptom management, and support for end-of-life transitions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Adheres to WCHS policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other departments in a professional manner as needed to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrates effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills.
• Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit shift.
• Cleans patient rooms after discharge.
• Prepares room, equipment and supplies as dictated by a particular examination or patient’s needs. 
• Assists with scheduling admissions, appointments, diagnostic tests, and procedures. 
• Screens incoming telephone calls for appropriate referrals to nurse, physician and/or non-physician provider. 
• Orders and maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment as directed. 
• Maintains patient files, records and other information. Adheres to confidentiality requirements.
• Receives and prepares patient for examination and treatment as directed. Obtains and records history and vital signs. Charts and documents in medical record. Collects laboratory specimens as needed. 
• Assists physicians and non-physician providers in preparing for minor procedures and physical exams. 
• Provides instruction to patients as directed by physician, non-physician provider or documented in policies and procedures. 
• Cleans and disinfects equipment per WCHS processing guidelines.
• Gives injections, limited to influenza and pneumococcal vaccines and TDAP per provider order, and to patients 16 or older, and according to department specific guidelines. 
• Works in partnership with physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains to coordinate comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED)
• Completion of Medical Assistant Program Certification upon hire, or within the first (90) days of employment
• BLS Certification (current, or obtain upon hire)
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Six (6) months experience in a medical field required and an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the above tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILTIES

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages desirable
• Basic computer knowledge
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills

“Weston County Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.”

"Employment is contingent upon the applicant's authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of the federal Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment. Weston County Health Services does not sponsor employment visas or provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position."

Salary : $21