Certified Medical Assistant OR Licensed Practical Nurse - Dermatology - MUSCP

Medical University of South Carolina

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for quality patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed healthcare provider in a clinical practice. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs and health histories, documenting in an electronic medical record, giving injections, and assisting with minor procedures. The position is based at MUSC Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion, a new outpatient multi-specialty building described as fostering a positive, collaborative environment focused on exceptional care and professional growth.

Requirements

For the CMA I pathway: high school diploma or equivalent.
For the CMA I pathway: completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
For the CMA pathway: certification through one of the listed organizations or credentials: AMT, AAMA, NHA, MedCA, NAHP, or NCCT, as specified in the posting.
For the LPN I pathway: graduation from an accredited Practical Nurse program.
For the LPN pathway: licensure as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required for either pathway.
Ability to perform job functions while standing, walking, and sitting; bend at the waist; kneel; climb stairs; reach in all directions; fully use both hands and legs; and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Ability to be physically qualified for respirator use initially and as required; maintain corrected 20/40 vision and see and recognize objects near and at a distance; and work in a latex-safe environment and indoors.
Frequently lift, lower, push, pull, or carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds unassisted; exert up to 50 pounds of force; and lift 25 pounds from 36 inches to overhead.
Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined or cramped spaces.

Nice To Haves

One year of patient-care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate calibration, cleaning, and scheduled maintenance of clinical and laboratory equipment as required by OSHA, DHEC, and UMA, and document this work.
Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information; communicate as appropriate and document test and examination results.
Communicate the plan of care to patients and develop formal patient education materials as needed.
Maintain exam-room supplies and instruments and keep the patient-care environment clean in accordance with OSHA, DHEC, and UMA requirements.
Maintain timely patient flow and assist with scheduling appointments and referrals according to urgency and availability.
Screen patients for appropriate information and provide education as appropriate for diagnosis and treatment.
Observe, record, and report patients’ physical and psychosocial conditions and reactions to medications and treatments to the physician.
Respond to and triage phone calls, call in orders as directed by the physician, and instruct patients regarding treatment or medication as ordered.
Monitor and distribute medication, including samples and controlled substances.
Triage patients and prepare them for physician examinations and procedures.
Assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments as necessary.
Instruct patients in the collection of samples and performance of tests.
Administer prescribed treatments and tests as ordered by the physician.