Medical Assistant

Job Description

Medical Assistant (MA)

Schedule: Full-time | day shift

Job Type: In-person

Job Location: Wytheville, VA

Hourly range: $16.19 - $19.99 per hour.

Your experience matters.

Wythe County Community Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant (MA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about Wythe County Community Hospital

WCCH is a 100-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Wythe County community for over 53 years. We are proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A, and a National Quality Leader by LifePoint Health.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant will perform routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area or office. In addition to the following:

• Under the supervision of a physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Minimum Education:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent.

Required Skills:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Certification/Licenses:

• Required License: CCMA, CMA, or RMA
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.

EEOC Statement

Wythe County Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WCCH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.