Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Conway, SC

Health Care Partners; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Partners in Conway, SC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide clinical support to physicians and advanced practice providers, perform patient intake, basic procedures, medication administration, and patient education.

The successful candidate will maintain accurate EHR documentation, support care coordination, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CMA certification from an accredited organization.
• Current BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a physician practice or similar setting preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.
• Experience with EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining histories and vital signs.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as directed.
• Conduct routine clinical procedures and specimen collection.
• Coordinate lab testing, referrals, and follow-up appointments.
• Educate patients on medications and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and patient confidentiality.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and safety standards.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure coordinated patient care.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Customer service

HIPAA knowledge

EHR proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

TheCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides clinical support to physicians andadvanced practice providers while delivering compassionate, patient-centeredcare. This position assists with patient intake, clinical procedures,medication administration, preventive care, patient education, and carecoordination. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are preferred but notrequired.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations by obtainingmedical histories, vital signs, chief complaints, and other clinicalinformation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assist physicians and advanced practiceproviders with examinations, procedures, and patient care.
• Administer medications, immunizations,injections, and treatments within the Certified Medical Assistant scope ofpractice and as directed by the provider.
• Perform routine clinical procedures, includingspecimen collection, wound care, electrocardiograms (EKGs), point-of-caretesting, and other delegated duties.
• Coordinate laboratory testing, referrals,diagnostic procedures, and follow-up appointments to support continuityofcare.
• Educate patients regarding medications,preventive care, treatment plans, and provider instructions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives,including HRSA Uniform Data System (UDS) measures and preventive careinitiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation inthe Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Maintain examination rooms, clinical equipment,and supplies while adhering to OSHA, infection prevention, and safetystandards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protecthealth information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, andinterdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Participate in required trainings, staffmeetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from an accredited certifying organization required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a physician practice, outpatient clinic, community health center, or similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health center preferred.
• Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are preferredbut not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology, clinicalprocedures, medication administration, and infection prevention practices.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the abilityto maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of patientinformation.
• Excellent customer service, communication, andinterpersonal skills with a commitment to providing compassionate,patient-centered care.
• Strong organizational skills with the abilitytoprioritize multiple responsibilities and maintain accurate documentation in a faste-paced clinical environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ElectronicHealth Record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, respondappropriately in emergency situations, and establish effective workingrelationships with patients, providers, leadership, and coworkers.