Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Maternal Fetal Medicine, FT, Days

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to transforming patient care. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting physicians and ensuring high-quality patient experiences. Your responsibilities will include performing clinical tasks, managing patient records, and assisting with examinations and treatments. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a compassionate team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus eligible

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is preferred.
• Job-related certification required from specified organizations.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical, technical, and administrative duties as directed by the physician.
• Prepare and administer medications and immunizations as ordered.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical duties

Administrative duties

Communication skills

Medical documentation

Education

Accredited medical assistant program

Tools

Medical software

Point of care testing equipment

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Performs assigned patient care and related administrative duties under the direct supervision of the physician(s). Performs a variety of office/clerical duties as assigned by the office manager. Specific patient care responsibilities will be assigned by the supervising physician after competency is established.

Bonus

This position is bonus eligible; follow this link for details.

Accountabilities

1. Perform clinical, technical, administrative and clerical duties as directed by the physician and within the scope of training and certification, including point of care testing. Receives critical lab values, reports value to physician and documents notification in medical record. - 25%
2. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Obtain and record patients' chief complaints, current medications, vital signs, pain screening and allergies. Pends orders for physician signature. - 20%
3. Prepare exam and treatment rooms. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, cleaning/sterilizing instruments as needed. - 10%
4. Assist physician with examinations, tests, procedures, and office-based surgery. Apply splints, casts, dressings and remove sutures with competency. Report and assist during emergencies. - 10%
5. Prepare and administer medications and immunizations as ordered by the physician, including p.o., vaginal and rectal suppositories, intradermal injection and intramuscular injection, after demonstrating competency and passing medication administration test. - 10%
6. Receive and return clinically-related telephone calls after communicating with physician or registered nurse regarding medical concerns of the patient. - 10%
7. Teach patient and provide printed information, on physician request, about diagnosis, self-care within the scope of assigned duties, health promotion, disease prevention and community healthcare resources. Patient education must be documented in the medical record. - 5%
8. Document data and care in the patient medical record. Maintain as confidential. - 5%
9. Complete medical insurance and other related forms for physician review. Communicate as needed with the patient, referral source and payor between visits. Complete patient registration, scheduling and billing tasks, pre-authorization and other general office/clerical duties as assigned. Schedule tests and treatments, as ordered by the physician. - 5%

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is preferred. No experience required.

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

Job Related Certification from one of the following:

CMA (AAMA); RMA (AMT); CCMA(NHA); NCMA (NCCT); RMA (ARMA); NRCMA (NAHP); or RMA (AAMP)

In Lieu Of The Above Minimum Requirements

In lieu of the education requirement stated above, will accept confirmation of the successful completion of the Prisma Health Certification Institute (PHCI) Fast Track Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

2 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

3400 USC OB/GYN Research

Department

34001000 USC OB/GYN Research-Practice Operations

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