Certified Medical Assistant II - SMP Afterhours/Specialty Clinics (PRN)
About The Position
MUSC Summey Medical Pavilion is a pediatric outpatient clinic under Shawn Jenkin’s Children’s Hospital at MUSC. The clinic hosts pediatric subspecialists during the day and provides walk-in After Hours Care as a direct extension of the pediatric emergency department when most pediatricians are closed. The Afterhours/Specialty Clinic CMA and/or LPN reports to the Ambulatory Services Manager and performs multi-skilled activities in support of decentralized, patient-centered care and desired patient outcomes. Under physician direction, the employee assists with examination and treatment of pediatric patients, interviews patients, measures vital signs—including pulse, blood pressure, weight, and height—and records or inputs information in medical records. The employee also prepares treatment rooms for examinations. PRN employees must schedule and work at least one 8-hour shift during each 6-week schedule period. The role may be filled by a CMA or LPN, with distinct training, experience, and licensure requirements for each pathway.
Requirements
- For the CMA pathway: high school diploma or equivalent.
- For the CMA pathway: basic computer skills.
- For the CMA pathway: current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
- For the CMA pathway: certification through AMT, AAMA, NHA, MedCA, or NAHP as a CCMA, CMA, or the specified medical assistant credential.
- For the CMA pathway: maintain annual competencies.
- For the CMA pathway: ability to understand and implement detailed instructions for therapeutic procedures and accurately observe patients physically.
- For the CMA pathway: knowledge of basic medical terminology and human anatomy; ability to implement detailed instructions for complex therapeutic procedures and accurately observe patients.
- For the CMA pathway: effective verbal and written communication.
- For the LPN pathway: graduation from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- For the LPN pathway: current LPN license in South Carolina or a compact state.
- For the LPN pathway: current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
- Ability to perform the listed physical functions, including standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, repetitive hand and arm movements, and lifting or carrying specified weights.
- Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
- Ability to work in a latex-safe environment.
- Ability to maintain the listed visual, hearing, tactile, and other sensory capabilities required for the role.
Nice To Haves
- For the CMA pathway: completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
- For the CMA pathway: one year of patient care experience.
- For the LPN pathway: one year of LPN experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with examination and treatment of pediatric patients under a physician’s direction.
- Interview patients.
- Measure vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, weight, and height.
- Record or input information into patients’ medical records.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Perform multi-skilled activities supporting patient-centered care and desired outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
