Medical Assistant MGC - Ortho&Spine Surgery-Pelham

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System•Greer, SC

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is cross-trained in clinical and administrative responsibilities. Clinical duties include recording patients’ vital signs, compiling medical histories, and administering medications under the direction of a supervising physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, billing, and helping patients complete insurance forms. The position also involves assisting providers with examinations and minor office surgery, performing specimen collection and waived testing, maintaining exam rooms and equipment, and following infection-control and OSHA standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification as a Medical Assistant (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or National Healthcare Association (NHA) credential.
Current CPR certification.
Good physical condition and ability to withstand the stress and demands of an active position.
Manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination, and acceptable vision.
Strong knowledge of organizational dynamics and excellent communication and coaching skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, the public, and other agencies.
Ability to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and command of the English language.
Ability to stand for long periods and to walk, stoop, bend, sit, push, pull, and squat.
Ability to lift more than 30 pounds to move patients, equipment, and workplace supplies.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited school of medical assisting.
1–2 years of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Measure and record vital signs, obtain patient medical histories and chief complaints, and accurately document information in medical charts.
Prepare examination and treatment rooms with the necessary instruments and supplies.
Prepare and maintain treatment supplies and equipment, including sterilizing equipment.
Assist with scheduling tests and treatments.
Prepare patients for examinations.
Perform phlebotomy and finger sticks, and collect other laboratory specimens.
Assist providers with examinations and minor office surgery.
Follow appropriate infection-control policies and procedures.
Screen, manage, and follow up on telephone messages from patients, referral sources, and pharmacies.
Prepare and send prescriptions electronically according to provider orders.
Perform waived laboratory tests and EKGs, and administer injections.
Apply dressings and remove sutures as ordered by the provider.
Use CPR skills when required.
Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards.
Maintain OSHA requirements and follow OSHA standards.
Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.