Certified Medical Assistant-Primary Care Carolina Ave

Medical University of South Carolina

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. The role assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Certified Medical Assistant interviews patients, measures vital signs—including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height—and records or enters information in patients’ medical records. The role also prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations.

Basic computer skills are required, along with maintaining annual competencies. The role requires the ability to understand and carry out detailed instructions for therapeutic procedures, make accurate physical observations of patients, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing. The position is with MUSC Community Physicians (MCP), in the Orangeburg Primary Care Edisto cost center, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or equivalent through an accepted certifying organization: AMT, AAMA, NHA, MedCA, NAHP, or NCCT.
• Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or an accepted equivalent as specified in the posting.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and implement detailed instructions for therapeutic procedures.
• Ability to make accurate physical observations of patients.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to patient care and help achieve desired outcomes.
• Assist with examination and treatment of patients under a physician’s direction.
• Interview patients.
• Measure and record patients’ vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Record or enter information in patients’ medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Maintain annual competencies.

What This Job Offers

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