Prisma Health-posted 3 months ago
Entry Level
SC
5,001-10,000 employees

Performs assigned patient care and related administrative duties under the direct supervision of the physician(s). Performs a variety of office/clerical duties as assigned by the office manager. Specific patient care responsibilities will be assigned by the supervising physician after competency is established.

  • Performs clinical, technical, administrative and clerical duties as directed by the physician and within the scope of training and certification, including point of care testing.
  • Receives critical lab values, reports value to physician and documents notification in medical record.
  • Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Obtains and records patients' chief complaints, current medications, vital signs, pain screening and allergies.
  • Pends orders for physician signature.
  • Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, cleaning/sterilizing instruments as needed.
  • Assists physician with examinations, tests, procedures, and office-based surgery.
  • Applies splints, casts, dressings and removes sutures with competency.
  • Reports and assists during emergencies.
  • Prepares and administers medications and immunizations as ordered by the physician.
  • Receives and returns clinically related telephone calls after communicating with physician or registered nurse regarding medical concerns of the patient.
  • Teaches patient and provides printed information about diagnosis, self-care within the scope of assigned duties, health promotion, disease prevention and community healthcare resources.
  • Documents data and cares in the patient medical record.
  • Completes medical insurance and other related forms for physician review.
  • Communicates as needed with the patient, referral source and payor between visits.
  • Completes patient registration, scheduling and billing tasks, pre-authorization and other general office/clerical duties as assigned.
  • Schedules tests and treatments, as ordered by the physician.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Completion of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
  • No experience required.
  • In lieu of the education requirement stated above, will accept confirmation of the successful completion of the Prisma Health Certification Institute (PHCI) Fast Track Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program.
  • Job Related Certification from one of the following: CMA (AAMA); RMA (AMT); CCMA(NHA); NCMA (NCCT); RMA (ARMA); NRCMA (NAHP); or RMA (AAMP).
  • Able to maintain confidentiality.
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