Certified Medical Assistant - Pain Management

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center seeks a clinical support professional to assist physicians and nurses in a busy clinic, performing both clinical and administrative duties. You will deliver patient care within scope, including EKGs, vaccines, wound care, and specimen collection, while ensuring high-quality patient experiences.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in the EMR, coordination of care, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities for ongoing education and teamwork

Qualifications

• Proficiency in EHRs and clinical software.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision.
• Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines.
• Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
• Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic.

Skills

EHR proficiency

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Pharmacology knowledge

Triage ability

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Professional demeanor

Accuracy

Safety protocols

Job description

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Performs both clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and nurses in the medical practice/clinic. Utilizes certified-level competencies to provide comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. Ensures high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values.

Essential Functions

• Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision.
• Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines.
• Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
• Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to triage patient concerns and elevate appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance.
• Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds.
• Use of personal protective equipment as needed.
• Frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases.
• May involve exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials.
• Must follow established safety procedures and protocols.