Parkside OB-GYN - Certified Medical Assistant

Tribe 513•Greenville, SC

About The Position

Provides patient care in an office setting and assists providers and staff in coordinating patient care. Serves as a primary liaison among patients, families, staff, and providers. Works both autonomously and collaboratively to support continuity of care, maintain clinical spaces and supplies, and carry out patient-care tasks. Responsibilities and working conditions may change as organizational needs evolve.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Preferably at least 2 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant; applicants without experience must provide two recommendations from faculty and/or an extern program.
Knowledge of approved medical abbreviations and correct English spelling.
Ability to work with non-cooperative patients, patients with psychosocial problems and needs, and patients with chronic or acute health problems.
Ability to adapt to various work assignments.
Good customer-service skills and exceptional telephone etiquette.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including potentially handling or lifting children or objects up to 50 pounds, and standing, sitting, or walking for more than four hours per day.
Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to dangerous or infectious materials and follow extensive safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Office experience preferred.
Previous computer experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

Communicate with clinical, clerical, and billing departments, providers, patients, and families to ensure continuity of care.
Communicate patients’ and families’ physical, mental, and emotional status through appropriate written and verbal communication.
Complete and maintain medical records and documentation accurately.
Perform telephone triage using approved protocols.
Provide general nursing care to patients.
Use acceptable time-management techniques.
Maintain exam rooms and the lab area; prepare, stock, and clean rooms; and maintain treatment supplies and equipment.
Administer and document medications, vaccines, and treatments.
Maintain skills and knowledge through reading, training, and structured in-services.
Attend scheduled clinical meetings.
Conduct oneself in accordance with the Tribe 513 employee manual and maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
Maintain the lab area and lab processes for Parkside Pediatrics.
Coordinate scheduling of preventative well visits while performing patient rooming duties.