Parkside Family Medicine of Greer - Certified Medical Assistant

Tribe 513•Greer, SC

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant provides patient care in an office setting and assists providers and staff in coordinating patient care. The role serves as a primary liaison among patients, families, staff, and providers, working both autonomously and collaboratively. Responsibilities and working conditions may change as organizational needs evolve. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and Certified Medical Assistant status. Office experience is preferred. The role may involve exposure to potentially dangerous or infectious materials and situations requiring extensive safety precautions. Hours may be shortened as business needs dictate. Physical activity may be moderate and can include handling or lifting children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds, standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day, and prolonged telephone use.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certified Medical Assistant.
Knowledge of approved medical abbreviations and correct English spelling.
Ability to work with non-cooperative patients and patients with psychosocial needs or chronic and acute health problems.
Ability to adapt to various work assignments.
Good customer service skills and exceptional telephone etiquette.
Ability to work around potentially dangerous or infectious materials and follow extensive safety requirements.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including potentially handling or lifting children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds and standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day.
May be required to use the telephone for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Office experience.
Previous computer experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate with clinical, clerical, and billing departments, providers, patients, and families to support continuity of care.
Communicate in writing and verbally about the physical, mental, and emotional status of patients and families.
Complete and maintain medical records and documentation accurately.
Provide general nursing care to patients and demonstrate acceptable time-management techniques.
Maintain exam rooms and the lab area; prepare, stock, and clean rooms and maintain treatment supplies and equipment.
Administer and document medications, vaccines, and treatments.
Maintain skills and knowledge through reading, training, and structured in-services.
Attend clinical meetings as scheduled.
Conduct oneself in accordance with the Tribe 513 employee manual.
Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
For Parkside Pediatrics, coordinate preventative well-visit scheduling while performing patient rooming duties.