Certified Medical Assistant

Whosonthemove; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Whosonthemove is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Spartanburg, SC. This temporary position involves supporting clinical care by tracking patient vitals, performing lab specimen processing, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

The candidate must have a CMA certification, along with two years of relevant experience. The hourly pay ranges from $20 to $22, adjusted based on experience and education. If you’re passionate about healthcare and patient support, apply today!

Qualifications

• Current CMA certification required.
• Must have 2 years of experience in hospital or ambulatory care.
• Experience with electronic medical records necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient intake and screenings.
• Perform lab specimen collection and processing.
• Maintain medication and clinical supply stock.
• Support patients in follow-ups and medication refills.
• Assist with medical incidents and outbreaks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of medical terminology

Clinical skills necessary to treat patients

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

2 years experience in medical assistant role

Tools

Electronic medical records

Autoclave sterilization equipment

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant – Temporary

University of South Carolina Upstate

TMP01103PO26

Spartanburg, SC

Overview

Support clinical care in the role of certified medical assistant within defined protocols and tasks for patients at USC Upstate Health Services. Provide vitals signs, medication and allergy review, vision screening, lab specimen collection and processing, phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Provides provider visit support including but not limited to patient intake and screenings within MA scope of practice. Obtain patient data such as vital signs, health history, chief complaint, routine medications, drug and other noted allergies. Perform vision and other screenings in accordance with training and office protocols. Serves as chaperone and assists with gynecology exams and procedures.
• Educates patient on specimen collection process and performs lab procedures including lab specimen collection and processing, collects and processes blood, urine and other specimen types, proper labeling and handling of patient specimens, performing waived laboratory tests. Supports lab inventory and maintaining adequate and safe supplies.
• Maintain medication and clinical supply stock in accordance with pharmacy, lab and state health regulations. Maintain adequate stock of clinical supplies in exam rooms. Store, document and communicate needs for pharmacy and lab items to area supervisor in accordance with clinic procedures and State Health Regulations. Clean and sterilize instruments using autoclave in accordance with clinical procedures and maintain instruments.
• Assist with individual follow-up, care coordination, medication refills, and other patient needs. Support Health Services’ response to campus medical incidents and infectious disease outbreaks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Specific Minimum Qualifications

Requires current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification, 2 years experience working as a medical assistant in a hospital or ambulatory care setting, and electronic medical records experience. A successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications

BLS CPR Certification, phlebotomy and outbound lab preparation, in house specimen collection and POC Lab Testing, Instrument Sterilization/Autoclave.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Current licensure or certification in the specific field. Interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to assess, identify, and address individual needs. Knowledge of or the ability to learn medical terminology, use medical equipment and follow clinical orders. Possess clinical skills necessary to treat patients of all ages. Ability to problem solve. Ability to work in a team situation. Ability to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $20 – $22 per hour based on education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.