Parkside Pediatrics - MA / CMA
About The Position
The Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant provides patient care in an office setting and assists providers and staff in coordinating care. The role serves as a primary liaison among patients, families, staff, and providers, working both autonomously and collaboratively. For Parkside Pediatrics, the position also coordinates scheduling of preventive well visits while performing patient rooming duties. The schedule is full-time, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position is supervised by the Site Coordinator and is located in downtown Greer, South Carolina. Work may involve exposure to potentially dangerous or infectious materials and situations requiring extensive safety protocols. Hours may be shortened as business needs dictate. The role requires moderate physical activity, which may include handling or lifting children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day. Prolonged telephone use may also be required. Responsibilities, skills, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- If the applicant has no experience, provide two recommendations from faculty and/or an extern program.
- Knowledge of approved medical abbreviations and correct English spelling.
- Ability to work with non-cooperative patients and patients with psychosocial, chronic, or acute health problems.
- Ability to adapt to various work assignments.
- Good customer service skills and exceptional telephone etiquette.
- Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including potentially handling or lifting children or objects up to 50 pounds and standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day.
- Ability to work around potentially dangerous or infectious materials and follow extensive safety protocols.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant is preferred.
- Office experience is preferred.
- Previous computer experience is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with clinical, clerical, and billing departments, providers, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care.
- Use written and verbal communication to express the physical, mental, and emotional status of patients and families.
- Accurately complete and maintain medical records and documentation.
- Perform telephone triage using approved protocols.
- Provide general nursing care to patients and demonstrate acceptable time-management techniques.
- Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms; maintain supplies and treatment equipment; and maintain the lab area and lab processes.
- 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.
- Coordinate scheduling of preventive well visits while performing patient rooming duties at Parkside Pediatrics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
