Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Description SummaryMUSC Children’s Health After Hours CareMt. Pleasant is a pediatric outpatient clinic that falls under theShawn Jenkin’s Children’s Hospital at MUSC. During the day, we hosta variety of pediatric subspecialists such as pediatric pulmonary,GI, endocrinology, only to name a few. In addition to that, weprovide a walk-in After Hours Care, which is a direct extension ofour pediatric emergency department to serve our community duringthe hours when most pediatricians are closed.

• Our specialty clinics operate M-F 8 am
• 430 pm
• Our After Hours care operates M-F 3 pm
• 10 pm, 12 pm
• 7 pm onweekends and holidaysEntityMedical University Hospital Authority(MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type RegularCost Center

CC000571CHS

• Ortho / Urgent Care
• Children’s Ambulatory Center(Offsite)Pay Rate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-21Scheduled WeeklyHours40Work ShiftRotating (United States of America)JobDescriptionThe Certified Medical Assistant I reports to theOutpatient Clinic Manager.

Under the direct supervision of aRegistered Nurse, the Certified Medical Assistant performsmulti-skilled activities to support a decentralizedpatient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desiredoutcomes. Assists in examination and treatment of patients underthe direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vitalsigns (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, andheight), and records or inputs information to patients’ medicalrecord. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Minimum Training and Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one yearof patient care experience preferred. Basic computer skillsrequired. Annual competencies are required to be maintained.

Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailedinstructions in the execution of therapeutic procedures and abilityto make accurate physical observation of patients. Failure to abideby MUHA policies are subject to disciplinary action, includingtermination. Employee must possess considerable knowledge of basicmedical terminology and human anatomy; ability to understand andimplement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution ofcomplex therapeutic procedures; and ability to make accuratephysical observation of patients. Must communicate effectively bothverbally and in writing.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Must becertified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) orAmerican Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or NationalHealth career Association (NHA) or MedCA as a Certified Clinical &Administrative Medical Assistant (MA1), or National Association forHealth Professionals (NAHP), or National Center for CompetencyTesting (NCCT). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either acertification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS forHealthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an AmericanRed Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and HealthcareProvider.

LPN Summary:

Provides patient/family centered care, actingas partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and familiesto optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture andvalues, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences.

Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order toexpedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that thepatient may be present with complex problems or potentially lifethreatening conditions. Uses critical thinking in clinicalproblem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge,competency, and experience. Assists medical staff with preparation,examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screeningpatients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentationfor records, and vital signs. Performs telephone and in-personscreenings. Participates in recording and reportingresponsibilities; documents findings relevant to patients healthcare status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistentlyin accordance with approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes anddocuments patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regardingmedications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider asneeded for orders or changes. Cleans and stocks examination roomsand/or other supply areas. Documents all patient care delivered inthe medical record according to the medical center policy.

LPNMinimum Training and Education Requirements:

Graduate from anaccredited Practical Nurse program. Licensed as an LPN within thestate of South Carolina or a compact state. Current American HeartAssociation (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification orAmerican Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification isrequired

Additional Job DescriptionPhysical Requirements:

Ability toperform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability toperform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability toperform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climbstairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Abilityto work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability towork from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work inconfined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform jobfunctions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend atthe waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability toperform “pinching” operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform grossmotor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability toperform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Abilityto perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitivemotions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lowerextremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability toreach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs.from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability tolift from 36″ to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert upto 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. offorce. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be requiredfrom another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to pusha 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force isrequired to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Abilityto maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand orat a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminatebetween colors. (Continuous) Ability to determinedistance/relationship between objects; depth perception.(Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motormovements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressfulsituations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts.(Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Abilityto work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability tomaintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (SelectedPositons) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.(Continuous) (Selected Positons) Ability to be qualified physicallyfor respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)(Selected Positions) If you like working with energeticenthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! TheMedical University of South Carolina is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity,sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family orparental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/orfederal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged toapply and will receive consideration for employment based uponapplicable qualifications, merit and business need. MedicalUniversity of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verifyprogram to confirm the identity and employment authorization of allnewly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verifyprogram, please click here: