Medical Assistant Technician II Position Available In Chesterfield, South Carolina

Medical Assistant Technician II

Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location Chesterfield County, SC
Job Type
FTE•Full-Time
Job Number
175797
Agency
Department of Mental Health-MHC Tricounty
Division
Chesterfield County
Opening Date
04/22/2025
Closing Date
4/29/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement
No

Class Code:

EC15

Position Number:

60010054

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday•Friday (8:30•5:00)
Pay Band
Band 3
Opening Date
04/25/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded. All applicants must apply online. Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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With our Agency’s mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
The Medical Assistant Technician II, under direct supervision, provides services to assist doctors and other medical staff with treatment needs of patients; and performs varied front office clinical support tasks necessary for the operations of Tri-County Community Mental Health Center (TCCMHC).
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Works closely with the physicians/medical providers rendering services to patients to include escorting to and from the waiting room, collecting vitals (e.g., pulse, weight, height, blood pressure), completing urine drug screenings as requested, and following up on requests of the physicians/medical providers related to continued treatment at Tri-County as well as any requests involving outside providers.
Ensures all patients/visitors are greeted upon entry. Responsive to needs of patients/visitors and maintains exceptional customer service skills in answering phones.
Assists with prior authorizations for medications and ensures authorizations are submitted. Assists patients with Patient Assistance Program (PAP) and Wellvista applications.
Ensure accuracy of patient insurance information, appropriate documentation for self-pay reduction, complete and accurate data entry in patient records (EMR), and demonstrates fiscal responsibility by informing patients of balances and requests for payment.
Ensures all services are provided in a culturally competent manner with respect for patients’ race, gender, beliefs, and sexual orientation. Ensures all patient contacts are documented in accordance with SCDMH Quality Assurance (QA) standards. Adheres to all Federal, State, and local laws/regulations and to

TCCMHC/SCDMH

Corporate Compliance standards and operational regulations in performing all job duties.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and experience or training within the specific work area.

Agency Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

Associate degree and Five (5) years of related work experience. Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex•including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Mental Health-MHC Tricounty
Address
P.O. Box 485
Columbia, South Carolina, 29202
Phone
843-454-0841
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