Medical Assistant

Phoebe Putney Health System•Sumter, SC

14d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with patient procedures, gives injections, and applies dressings and splints. The role collects specimens, runs laboratory tests, performs EKGs, and collects drug screens, in addition to clerical duties as assigned. During periods of high patient volume or to provide coverage, the Medical Assistant may be asked to float to other PPG clinics. The position documents required information and data accurately and promptly, provides compassionate patient and family care, monitors and documents patient responses, and communicates effectively with patients. It supports patient privacy and social, spiritual, and cultural needs; contributes to care planning and evaluation; and demonstrates technical proficiency with role-appropriate equipment and technology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of clinical work experience; Phoebe Putney Health System clinical rotation and/or medical assistant internship experience may be accepted in lieu of actual work experience.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians with patient procedures.
Give injections and apply dressings and splints.
Collect specimens, run laboratory tests, perform EKGs, and collect drug screens.
Perform clerical duties as assigned.
Float to other PPG clinics during high patient volume or to assist with coverage, as needed.
Document and submit required information and data in a timely, accurate manner, following applicable terminology, style, format, and audience needs.
Treat patients and families compassionately and implement the plan of care.
Monitor and document patient responses, recognize age-specific responses to treatment, and provide effective interventions.
Establish rapport with patients, adapt communication to their needs, and manage difficult or emotional situations.
Respect patient confidentiality and privacy and support the social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
Develop and modify expected outcomes with patients, families, and other disciplines; evaluate the plan of care in relation to patient responses and document evaluation results.
Demonstrate technical skill with appropriate equipment, understand its operation, maintain it in working order, and troubleshoot problems.
Use technology to increase productivity and adapt to new technology.