Certified Medical Assistant

Medical University of South Carolina; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan

Paid time off and extended sick leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible schedule options

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care at their Bluffton location. This role involves direct patient interaction, including measuring vital signs and preparing treatment rooms.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, certification in medical assisting, and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Certified through recognized organizations like AMT or AAMA.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs.
• Records or inputs information into patient's medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Effective communication

Detailed instruction comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of accredited medical assisting program

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Certified Medical Assistant performs multi‑skilled activities to support a decentralized patient‑centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.

Adult Primary Care - Bluffton Location

Interviews patients, measures vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), records or inputs information into patients' medical record, and prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Basic computer skills required. Annual competencies are required to be maintained. Must possess the ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of therapeutic procedures and make accurate physical observations of patients. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Certified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Health Career Association (NHA), MedCA, or as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid time off and extended sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.