MEDICAL ASSISTANT - SCH CANCER CENTER

South Central Regional Medical Center • Laurel, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Plays a vital role in healthcare settings by providing both administrative and clinical support to physicians, nurses, and other medical staff. This position prepares patients for examinations, takes vital signs, and performs routine office duties including scheduling appointments and managing medical records. Medical Assistants ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant Certification
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written communication

Nice To Haves

• Previous Medical Assistant experience

Responsibilities

• Record and report pertinent patient information, including treatments, observations, test results, and patient complaints, to the appropriate nurse or provider
• Assist physicians with examinations
• Prepare patients for examinations and take vital signs
• Ensure patient safety and assist in maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment
• Maintain responsibility for patient care equipment
• Assist with orientation of new personnel
• Perform duties independently with minimal supervision
• Schedule surgeries, outpatient services, and diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians

What This Job Offers

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