Certified Medical Assistant - Endo/Internal Medicine

Kids for the Future; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Genesis Healthcare, Inc. in Walterboro, SC is seeking a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant to support providers and deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced FQHC setting.

You will prepare patients, take vital signs, assist with examinations and procedures, administer vaccines and medications, draw blood, document in EMR, and coordinate referrals while ensuring infection control and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Current CMA or RMA certification/registration.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations by gathering medical histories and documenting chief complaints.
• Obtain, record, and monitor vital signs.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.
• Administer vaccinations and medications within scope of practice.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Document patient information in the EMR.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and preventive care.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

EMR knowledge

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Location 830 Robertson Boulevard,Walterboro, SC, 29488,United States
• Job Category Healthcare, Medical Assistant
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Work Where Balance Meets Purpose - Competitive Pay & Excellent Benefits!

Join Genesis Healthcare and be the driving force behind smooth, patient-focused operations.

Genesis Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified or Registered Medical Assistant to support our providers and deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced community health setting. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are dedicated to improving access to quality healthcare across South Carolina.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures by gathering medical histories and documenting chief complaints.
• Obtain, record, and monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, weight, and oxygen saturation.
• Assist providers with examinations, in-office procedures, screenings, and treatments.
• Administer vaccinations, injections, and medications within scope of practice and provider orders.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and assist with laboratory procedures as applicable.
• Accurately document patient information, assessments, treatments, and provider instructions in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Review patient charts prior to appointments to ensure records, test results, referrals, and preventive care needs are up to date.
• Process medication refill requests, prior authorizations, referrals, and medical record requests.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, preventive care measures, and follow-up instructions as directed by the provider.
• Coordinate patient referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up appointments to support continuity of care.
• Monitor patient flow and assist with triage activities to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Maintain exam rooms, medical equipment, and clinical supplies, including inventory management and restocking.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, OSHA, HIPAA, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Respond professionally to patient phone calls, messages, and inquiries in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and administrative staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Provide backup support for front desk functions, including patient check-in/check-out, scheduling, and registration as needed.
• Float to other Genesis Healthcare locations and provide coverage across departments as assigned.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and continuing education activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care

Requirements

• Current CMA or RMA certification/registration
• Current BLS certification

Preferred:

• 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience
• Experience in primary care or community health
• Knowledge of medical terminology and EMR systems