Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care (Elgin)

Medical University of South Carolina • Elgin, IL

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant I reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities in support of a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and desired patient outcomes. The Medical Assistant assists with patient examinations and treatment under a physician’s direction, interviews patients, measures and records vital signs, enters information into patients’ medical records, and prepares treatment rooms for examinations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification through an accepted organization or credential: AMT, AAMA, NHA, MedCA, NAHP, or NCCT; applicable credentials include CCMA or CMA.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
• One year of patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Interview patients.
• Measure vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Record or enter information into patients’ medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED