Certified Medical Assistant-Columbia

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical Insurance

FREE Employee Dental Insurance

Low-Cost Vision Insurance

5.15% Employer-Funded Retirement (no员工

401(k), 403(b) & 457 Retirement Plans

Short & Long-Term Disability

Optional Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Career Growth Across MUSC Health

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts & Wellness Programs

Job summary

The Certified Medical Assistant at MUSC Community Physicians reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. You will interview patients, measure vital signs, and input data into the medical record while preparing treatment rooms for examination.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma and completion of an accredited medical assisting program; certification is required by recognized bodies. This role offers a structured day shift in Columbia, SC with comprehensive benefits from MUSC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Must be certified through AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or MedCA as a CMA/CCMA.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and records or inputs information to medical records.
• Measures vital signs and prepares treatment rooms for examination.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma

Medical assisting program completion

Tools

-AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT certification options

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina.

The Certified Medical Assistant performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Monday - Friday
• Predictable daytime schedule
• Evenings and weekends free
• Better work-life balance

Generous Paid Time Off:

• 31 days beginning your first year
• 33 days after four years
• 38 days after eight years

Outstanding Benefits:

• Affordable medical insurance
• FREE employee dental insurance
• Vision insurance starting around $6/month
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Optional term life insurance starting around $0.40/month

Retirement Benefits That Work for You:

MUSC Community Physicians contributes 5.15% of your eligible salary directly into your SHARP retirement account.

The best part? That contribution comes from MUSC—not your paycheck. You are not required to contribute your own money to receive the employer contribution.

Additional retirement savings options include:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 457 Plan

Grow Your Career:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Certification bonus opportunities
• Continuing education
• Professional development
• Opportunities to grow across MUSC Health throughout South Carolina

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001877 MCP - Columbia Heart Laurel St

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

The Certified Medical Assistant reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

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

Minimum Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred. Must be certified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Health career Association (NHA) or MedCA as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Additional Job Description

Why Columbia?

As South Carolina’s capital city, Columbia offers the best of both worlds; a thriving healthcare community with the charm and affordability of a welcoming Southern city. From its vibrant downtown and diverse dining scene to Lake Murray, the River walk, and easy access to Charleston, Charlotte, and the mountains, Columbia is an exceptional place to live, work, and grow your career.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical Insurance
• FREE Employee Dental Insurance
• Low-Cost Vision Insurance
• 5.15% Employer-Funded Retirement (no employee contribution required)
• 401(k), 403(b) & 457 Retirement Plans
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Optional Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Growth Across MUSC Health
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts & Wellness Programs

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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.

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