Medical Assistant (MA) - Resource Pool

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Summerville, SC

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) This position is open for Medical Assistant students/externs of Roper St Francis Healthcare. Location: This position floats to various locations across the RSFH system, including but not limited to, West Ashley, Charleston, North Charleston, Mt Pleasant and Summerville. Hours: Practice Locations: Mon-Fri, 8 hour shifts starting around 7:30/8:00 am. Express Locations: Sun-Sat, 12 hour shifts, 8:00 am - 8:30 pm. Work locations and hours vary depending on need and are discussed with hiring leader during interview. Job Summary: The Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations. Essential Functions: Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly Other duties as assigned Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. Why choose Roper St. Francis Healthcare? Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare and here's why you should choose a career with us: We have a lot to be proud of We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most. We are vibrant and growing With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities. We are committed to excellence Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability. We offer generous employee benefits Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers an excellent benefits package for our full-time employees. We offer several options for health plans, a generous retirement plan, and educational opportunities to further your career.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED
Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date): Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height
Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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