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

Job Description:

Job Description SummaryMUSC Children’s Specialty Clinics locatedat Summey Medical Pavilion is a multi-specialty pediatric practiceoperating Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm. Care TeamMembers provide direct patient care and assist with carecoordination for a variety of patients of varying complexities.

Joining our team will present you with an opportunity tocollaborate with a variety of clinical experts and to learnsomething new every day while caring for our very special pediatricpopulation! The Children’s Specialties team is engaged,high-performing, and supportive.

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:

Monday -Friday 8-4:30, no nights and noweekends.

EntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)WorkerTypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type RegularCost Center

CC000680 CHS

-Specialty Centers 2nd – Children’s Ambulatory Center (Offsite)PayRate TypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-25Scheduled Weekly Hours40WorkShiftJob Description Sign on bonus for external candidates only:$2,000 Sign on Bonus for LPNs and $1,000 Sign on Bonus for

CMA CMA Job Summary/Purpose:

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.

LPN Job Summary/Purpose:

Responsible for quality patient care underthe direction of a physician or licensed healthcare provider in aclinical practice. Duties to include rooming patients, takingvitals and health history, documenting in an electronic medicalrecord, giving injections and assisting with minor procedures.

CMA Minimum Training and Education:

High school diploma orequivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting programwith one year of patient care experience preferred. Basic computerskills required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, eithera certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS forHealthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an AmericanRed Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Annual competencies are required to be maintained. Possess abilityto understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions inthe execution of therapeutic procedures and ability to makeaccurate physical observation of patients. Failure to abide by MUHApolicies are subject to disciplinary action, including termination.

Employee must possess considerable knowledge of basic medicalterminology and human anatomy; ability to understand and implementa variety of detailed instructions in the execution of complextherapeutic procedures; and ability to make accurate physicalobservation of patients. Must communicate effectively both verballyand in writing.

LPN Minimum Training and Education:

Graduation from a recognizedLicensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN withinthe state of South Carolina or a compact state. One year of LPNexperience preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required,either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLSfor Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or anAmerican Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and HealthcareProvider.

CMA 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 ClinicalMedical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), orNational Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). Current BasicLife Support (BLS) required, either a certification from anAmerican Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (orAHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED forProfessional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

LPN Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Licensed asan LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certificationfrom an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for HealthcareProviders (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red CrossCPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

AdditionalDetails:

Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partnerand adviser, assists and supports patients and families tooptimally 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 centerpolicy.

Additional Job Description Physical 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: