Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse, FT, Forest Acres

Novant Health Urgent Cares; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Incentive Pay Program

Continuing Education Reimbursement

PSLF Eligible

UpToDate Subscription

Generous PTO

403(b) with 100% vested match

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Novant Health Urgent Care seeks a Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Forest Acres team in Columbia, SC. You will prepare patients, take vitals, document in EMR, and assist with front desk duties to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires CMA/RMA certification, basic medical terminology, OSHA/HIPAA training, and flexibility to work at other centers as needed. Excellent patient care and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program.
• Current CMA or RMA certification.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.
• Trained in OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts including weekends.
• Willing to work at other centers as needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrates alignment with our mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physician visits and take vitals.
• Document patient information into EMR accurately.
• Assist with front desk duties and patient scheduling.
• Collect demographics and medical history for providers.
• Perform basic phlebotomy and lab tests as needed.
• Administer medications as delegated by a physician or NP.
• Maintain patient rooms and equipment in working order.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and staff.
• Support providers by delivering high-quality patient care.

Skills

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Knowledge

CMA/RMA Certification

Medical Terminology

OSHA/HIPAA Compliance

Flexible Shifts

Willing to Cover Other Centers

Excellent Communication

Education

Accredited Medical Assisting Program

Job description

Position:Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse, FT, Forest Acres

Location: Forest Acres

Columbia, SC

Job Id:8900

# of Openings:1

Title:Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Forest Acres Novant Health Urgent Care Center

Status: FT

Who Are We?

Part of the Novant Health family based in North Carolina, Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) provides exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina. Our Columbia-based headquarters delivers non-medical management and administrative services to support these locations. For decades, we have been committed to delivering exceptional, convenient, and affordable healthcare experiences to families and communities throughout the Palmetto State.

Why Novant Health? Here’s What We Offer!

• Competitive wages with annual market data review
• Incentive Pay Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• UpToDate Subscription
• Generous PTO
• 403(b) with 100% vested match
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short term and Long-term Disability
• Whole and Term Life Insurance
• Great working environment

What Are We Looking For?

NHUC is currently looking for a is currently looking for a medical assistant to join our team who will prepare patients for their physician visit. MA’s prepare patients by taking vitals, documents vital information from patient into EMR system. They also assist with patient services duties at the front desk taking phone calls, updating patient demographics and offering outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Collects patient demographics, medical history, prescription and pharmacy information and records it for the provider.
• Recognizes patient distress and notifies the provider accordingly.
• Collect laboratory specimens including phlebotomy
• Performs laboratory tests
• Performs data collection and testing for occupational health clients
• Prepares and administer medications as delegated by a physician, physician assistant and nurse practitioner.
• Exhibits professional behavior and provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers at all times.
• Operates general office equipment such as personal computer, copier, fax machine, etc.
• Ability to effectively utilize EMR software.
• Supports provider by performing excellent patient care through effective communication.
• Ensure all patient rooms and equipment are in working condition.
• Provides coverage at other clinic locations within the region as requested and/or needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Do You Have What It Takes?

A good candidate will bring with them:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program
• Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant
• Basic medical terminology
• Trained in OSHA/HIPAA compliance
• Willing to work12 hourshifts and weekends
• Willing to work at other centers as needed
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to reflect our mission, vision, and values through actions and conduct.