Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse- Womens Health Clinic

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

MUSC's Women's Health Clinic is currently ranked 16th in the U.S. News and World Report for OB/Gyn. We serve all obstetrics and gynecology patients, but also have many subspecialty clinics such as prenatal wellness, reproductive infectious disease, urogynecology, family planning, and more. The Certified Medical Assistant I reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Certified Medical Assistant performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Must be certified through AMT, AAMA, NHA, or MedCA as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or NAHP.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program with six months of patient care experience required.
• Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
• A current CPR card is required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care philosophy.
• Effective communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Interview patients and measure vital signs.
• Record or input information to patients' medical record.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Participate in recording and reporting responsibilities.
• Document findings relevant to patients' health care status or plan of care.
• Prioritize and document patient incoming phone calls regarding medications and medical conditions.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and/or other supply areas.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Participation in the federal E-Verify program.

What This Job Offers

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