Medical Assistant - SC

Arthrex•Pendleton, SC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant to join our talented and collaborative family medical center on our Pendleton, SC campus. We offer a fantastic work culture with top-notch benefits, and amazing career growth opportunities. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician. This practitioner will assist with patient care management, execute administrative and clinical procedures. Additionally, this practitioner may assist performing x-rays and may assist with the radiology needs of the clinic. Competence in the field also requires that a medical assistant adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize and respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professional characteristics.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Current certification and skill in basic life support (BLS)
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with staff which includes effective communication, getting along with coworkers and management and dealing efficiently and professionally under pressure

Nice To Haves

Certification by the American Association of American Medical Assistants or as a Registered Medical Assistant by the American Medical Technologists preferred
Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiological Technology School preferred
Current ARRT registration and respective, valid State certification preferred
At least two or more years of experience working in and performing Radiology preferred
Advanced training and Certification in Micro needling preferred
X-ray training and certification preferred
Spanish speaking a plus
Experienced with EMR systems a plus

Responsibilities

Performing aseptic procedures.
Taking vital signs.
Preparing patients for the physician's care.
Performing venipunctures and non-intravenous injections.
Observing and reporting patients' signs or symptoms.
Administering basic first aid.
Assisting with patient examinations or treatments.
Operating office medical equipment.
Collecting routine laboratory specimens as directed by the physician.
Administering medication as directed by the physician.
Performing basic laboratory procedures.
Performing office procedures including all general administrative duties required by the physician.
May operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes
May take x-rays following established radiologic requirements to ensure patient care and safety.
May prepare/instruct patient about contrast media and examination technique.
May administer contrast media effectively and safely per established procedures.
May perform initial patient micro needling consultations, maintain proper documentation of micro needling procedures and provide teaching and aftercare instructions to avoid any potential complications per physician recommendations
May perform cardiac stress test under physician supervision
Ensure necessary supplies are stocked and cleanliness of procedure room is maintained
Order supplies and coordinate procedures within the clinic