A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
Liberty Doctors is looking for an experienced Certified Medical Assistant to work full time in our Family Medicine Practice in Goose Creek, SC. Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mon. through Friday. Please not Friday is a half day at this office. We offer an excellent benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, competitive salary and 401(k). We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.
Reports to:
Physician and Practice Manager Job Summary:
Under the guidance of a physician or mid-level provider, a CMA will provide nursing services and other appropriate forms of medical care to patients in an outpatient setting. As part of the medical team, the CMA will serve in a supportive role to the primary care provider carrying out the duties necessary to provide optimal patient care. This can include communicating directly with patients and their families both face to face and via phone and communicating with other members of the medical team to appropriately coordinate care. CMA is responsible for obtaining patient's medical history, conducting patient education, assisting with lab tests and other duties related to patient care.
About Us:
Our mission and primary focus is the well-being and overall health of our patients. We are passionate about educating our patients on living a healthy lifestyle. We take pride in providing our patients with excellent care and customer service. We also strive to employ dedicated professionals by offering constant support and a positive team environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform nursing procedures under supervision of physician or physician assistant Assist physician and physician assistant in exam rooms Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient's chart Administer injections to patients as requested by Physician. Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed is available in patients' medical records prior to their appointment Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians and physician assistants Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.) Mange PA's for medication and injections. Complete Medication refill request Phlebotomy All other duties as assigned by
Office Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Healthcare field and medical specialty Medical terminology Grammar, spelling, and punctuation Knowledge of EHRs (if applicable) Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
Education and Experience:
High school diploma; some college preferred
LPN \ CMA
certification required Phlebotomy 3 to 5 years of experience in medical office required
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Goose Creek, SC 29445 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Goose Creek, SC 29445: Relocate before starting work (Required)
