Medical Assistant

CenterWell•Myrtle Beach, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant reports to the Supervisor, Central Administration and is the first contact for patient care. The role combines administrative responsibilities with direct patient care and involves varied, moderately complex administrative, operational, and customer support assignments, typically on a semi-routine basis. This is an onsite, patient-facing position that participates in the company’s tuberculosis screening program; selected candidates must complete TB screening. The Medical Assistant provides care within the scope of their active certification, works with physicians and advanced practice providers, and follows established procedures and department policies. The role operates within defined expectations and quality standards, with latitude to prioritize and time assignments and interpret or deviate from standard procedures where appropriate.

Requirements

Certified or registered Medical Assistant.
High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy experience.
Experience administering medications and vaccines.
At least one year of Medical Assistant experience.
Value-based care experience, including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; must pass a proficiency exam before communicating in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

Discuss patient symptoms and obtain vital signs.
Administer medications and vaccines.
Perform phlebotomy, collect specimens, and conduct diagnostic screening tests.
Sterilize and clean equipment and maintain examination rooms.
Document information in the electronic medical records system.
Collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers.
Deliver direct patient care within the scope of the employee’s active certification.
Complete administrative, operational, and customer support assignments.