Certified Medical Assistant Clinic

Kindred Healthcare•Hartsville, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs clinical and administrative duties in a medical practice or clinic to support physicians and nurses. Using certified-level competencies, the role provides comprehensive patient care, performs advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated procedures within scope of practice, and supports a high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values. The position includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, assisting with office procedures, conducting clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection, and preparing and administering medications under physician direction. It also handles care coordination, insurance verification, prior authorizations, patient education, clinical documentation, and electronic medical record accuracy. The Medical Assistant maintains and troubleshoots clinical equipment, follows safety and infection-control requirements, supports quality improvement, and may serve as a resource and mentor to uncertified staff. The role requires an accredited Medical Assistant program graduate and current CMA, RMA, or equivalent certification. BLS certification is required at hire. At least one year of outpatient or physician-practice experience is preferred. The work involves frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases, and may include exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting or transporting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at the time of hire.
Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical software.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities efficiently, and demonstrate clinical competency.
Professional demeanor and appearance, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach regularly, and lift and transport up to 50 pounds.
Use personal protective equipment as needed and follow established safety procedures.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases, and possible exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting.

Responsibilities

Room patients, take vital signs, perform EKGs, and assist with office-based procedures under physician supervision.
Conduct certified-level clinical procedures, including vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
Prepare and administer medications under physician direction and within certification guidelines.
Perform administrative functions such as care coordination, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
Document clinical tasks properly and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control procedures, and established safety protocols.
Participate in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
Support clinic quality and performance improvement efforts.
Triage patient concerns and escalate them appropriately.