Certified Medical Assistant for Family Practice

Tenet Healthcare; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physician office operations in Fort Mill, SC. The role involves maintaining patient flow, assisting with examinations and procedures, and ensuring thorough medical documentation. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant medical certification, and BLS certification. A sign-on bonus is available for new hires, making this an excellent opportunity for qualified professionals.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification required through NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, ARMA, or HPRUS.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred at least one year of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with daily operations and patient care.
• Perform triage, monitor, and record vitals of visiting patients.
• Ensure medical documentation of office visits.

Skills

Patient Care

Triage

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant to assist physician with the daily operations of the physician’s office. Maintains efficient patient flow and assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures and patient education under the direction and supervision of a physician. Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patients. Ensures medical documentation of office visits. Assist with Office and scheduling coordinator in their absence (if necessary).

Qualifications

Education:

Required: High school diploma or GED

Required: Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program OR three years of relevant work experience in lieu of completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program

Certification:

Required: Medical Assistant Certification required through one of the following; National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant by the American Medical Technologist (AMT), National Center for Competency Training (NCCT), the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), or Healthcare Professional Registry of the US (HPRUS) (Will allow 90 days to obtain certification)

Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience:

Required: Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school OR three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting in lieu of Medical Assistant diploma

Preferred: At least one year of relevant work experience

$1000 Sign on bonus is for new hires only!

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Responsibilities

• Assist physician with the daily operations of the physician’s office
• Maintains efficient patient flow and assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures and patient education under the direction and supervision of a physician
• Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patients
• Perform EKG and Phlebotomy, as applicable
• Ensures medical documentation of office visits
• Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians and other personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner