Certified Medical Assistant - Women's Health Clinic

Medical University of South Carolina • Lancaster, CA

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant works in the Women's Health Clinic in Lancaster, South Carolina, reporting to the Outpatient Clinic Manager and working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes. The medical assistant assists with patient examinations and treatment under a physician’s direction. Other duties may include phlebotomy and front office coverage as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) credential through AMT, AAMA, NHA, or MedCA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association before seeing patients.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Support patient-centered care and help achieve desired patient outcomes.
• Assist with examinations and treatment under the direction of a physician.
• Interview patients and measure vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Record or input patient information into medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Perform phlebotomy and provide front office coverage as needed.

What This Job Offers

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