Certified Medical Assistant

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT Easley, SC; Clemson, SC This position receives, greets, and prepares patients for medical examinations or procedures, including blood draws for lab work. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) aides providers in the treatment of patients in accordance with established guidelines. This position requires employees that are certified and with flexibility to fill in at either Clemson, Anderson or Easley as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Prepares patients for providers, including greeting patients, patient check in and checkout, questioning patients as to problems, recording chief complaint on chart, getting vital signs and other lab work as indicated, and preparing patients for individual treatment rooms and appropriate exams. Ensures that ill patients remain comfortable until seen by provider. Assists providers in healthcare activities, performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures. Prepares orders and maintains stock of appropriate supplies. Performs other necessary duties as required by the administrative or clinical directors to meet the goal of providing primary health care services. Collects viable specimens from the clinicxe2x80x99s patients, performs all in-house testing, prepares specimens/records for outside lab procedures and records lab results. Records results of all blood samples, cultures, EKGxe2x80x99s, etc., in the patient charts. Performs routine laboratory procedures, i.e., patient blood draws, urinalysis, cultures, completing appropriate forms and records lab results Collects viable specimens from the clinicxe2x80x99s patients, performs all in-house testing, prepares specimens/records for outside lab procedures and records lab results. Records results of all blood samples, cultures, EKGxe2x80x99s, etc., in the patient charts. Participates in the community health centerxe2x80x99s quality assurance activities and performs duties in accordance with applicable standards. Develops and maintains skills by seeking consultation from appropriate sources. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor. May be required to work overtime and extended office hours as needed. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: High school graduate with a minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in a primary medical care setting and completion of a medical assistantxe2x80x99s educational program at an accredited school. Current CMA certification is required. Must be able to speak and communicate with warmth and effectiveness to the public as well as to the patients, coworkers, supervisors and staff of the health center. Must be able to make accurate technical and visual observations of patients and to record same in a neat and legible order. Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and perform efficiently and effectively in a stressful environment. Exercises flexibility as patient flow changes. Must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Must be able to perform laboratory tests and be able to draw patient blood for lab work and be able to administer vaccinations to all patients. Must be willing to assist other staff as necessary. Must be able to accurately perform arithmetic tasks. Must have knowledge of basic medical terminology. Displays good manual dexterity, ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, change from sitting to standing positions with ease, has good visual acuity. Must be able to comprehend and follow in detail both verbal and written instructions. Must be able to effectively use the patient management system as required for successful completion of above described job duties. Must have a valid South Carolina driverxe2x80x99s license and be able to travel locally for company business and training. Must be able to work extended business hours as necessary. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical specialties: Primary Care Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Work setting: In-person Education: Associate (Preferred) Experience: EMR systems: 2 years (Preferred) Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: BLS Certification (Preferred) Certified Medical Assistant (Required) CMA License (Required) Work Location: In person