Certified Medical Assistant-Elgin

Medical University of South Carolina; Elgin (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical insurance

Free employee dental insurance

Vision insurance

5.15% employer-funded retirement

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Career growth across MUSC Health

Employee discounts & wellness programs

Job summary

The Certified Medical Assistant at MUSC Community Physicians provides multi-skilled support to a decentralized patient-centered care model. Tasks include taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting physicians during examinations.

Eligible candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete an accredited medical assisting program; certification through AMT/AAMA/NHA/MedCA and current BLS are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Current certifications in medical assisting and BLS are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, records vital signs (pulse, temp, BP, weight, height) and inputs data into medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms and assists physicians during examinations.
• Performs multi-skilled activities to support decentralized, patient-centered care.
• Maintains basic computer skills and participates in annual competencies.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited medical assisting program

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 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• 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.

• 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

CC001825 MCP - Kershaw SHP-Elgin Primary Care

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

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 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

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) or 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 AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Additional Job Description

Why Elgin?

Nestled just outside Columbia, Elgin offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Enjoy a welcoming community, an easy commute, excellent schools, and quick access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation—all while working close to South Carolina’s capital city.

• 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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