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

Novant Health Urgent Cares; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages with annual market data review

Incentive Pay Program

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Generous PTO

403(b) with 100% vested match

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Short term and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Novant Health Urgent Cares is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse in Columbia, SC. This PRN role involves preparing patients for physician visits, taking vitals, and offering exceptional customer service at the front desk.

Candidates should be certified and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a supportive team environment and numerous benefits, including competitive wages and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program is required.
• Must be a Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient demographics and medical history.
• Prepare and administer medications as delegated.
• Exhibit professional behavior and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Effective verbal and written communication skills

OSHA/HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program

Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant

Tools

EMR software

Job description

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

Location: Forest Acres

Columbia, SC

Job Id:8801

# of Openings:1

Title: Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Forest Acres Novant Health Urgent Care Center

Status:PRN

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 medical assistant to join our team who will prepare patients for their physician visit. MA’s prepare patients by taking vitals, documenting 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

• Collect patient demographics, medical history, prescription and pharmacy information and records it for the provider.
• Recognize patient distress and notify the provider accordingly.
• Collect laboratory specimens including phlebotomy
• Perform laboratory tests
• Perform data collection and testing for occupational health clients
• Prepare and administer medications as delegated by a physician, physician assistant and nurse practitioner.
• Exhibit professional behavior and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers at all times.
• Operate general office equipment such as personal computer, copier, fax machine, etc.
• Effectively utilize EMR software.
• Support provider by performing excellent patient care through effective communication.
• Ensure all patient rooms and equipment are in working condition.
• Provide 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 work 12 hour shifts 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.