Certified Medical Assistant - Orthopedics & Ambulatory Care

Prisma; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Lexington, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and clerical duties under supervision of a physician or APP. Responsibilities include preparing patients, recording vital signs, handling orders, and assisting in exams and procedures.

Requires completion of an accredited medical assisting program and CMA/RMA/CCMA or equivalent certification; no experience required. Day shift, teamwork and patient education are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES or recognized by US DoE.
• South Carolina education requirements for medical assistants.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
• Prepare patients and examine rooms; document vital signs and meds.
• Administer medications per physician orders after competency check.
• Document data in medical records and coordinate scheduling/billing tasks.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical records

Education

CMA (AAMA)

RMA (AMT)

CCMA (NHA)

NCMA (NCCT)

NRCMA (NAHP)

ARMA (RMA)

Job description

Prisma Health in Lexington, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and clerical duties under supervision of a physician or APP. Responsibilities include preparing patients, recording vital signs, handling orders, and assisting in exams and procedures.

Requires completion of an accredited medical assisting program and CMA/RMA/CCMA or equivalent certification; no experience required. Day shift, teamwork and patient education are emphasized.