Certified Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Admin

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Columbia, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support internal medicine workflows. Work involves daily patient care under physician supervision, clerical tasks, and exam room prep.

You will also assist with procedures, immunizations, and obtaining vital signs while maintaining accurate medical records. The role emphasizes patient education, coordination with care teams, and timely documentation for insurance and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is preferred.
• No experience required.
• Certification or registration as CMA / RMA or equivalent is recognized.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical, technical, administrative and clerical duties as directed by the physician.
• Prepare patients for examination and record complaints, medications, vital signs and allergies.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain supplies and sterilize instruments.
• Assist physician with examinations, tests and procedures; manage emergencies as needed.
• Administer medications and immunizations as ordered after competency is demonstrated.
• Handle patient communication by phone, document concerns and coordinate care with clinicians.
• Educate patients and provide printed health information for self-care and prevention.
• Document data and care in the medical record; maintain confidentiality.
• Complete insurance and registration forms; schedule tests and billing tasks; pre-authorizations.

Skills

Patient care

Office administration

Vital signs

Education

Accredited medical assistant program

CMA (AAMA) / RMA / CCMA / NCMA / NRCMA certification or PHCI CMA program

Job description

Prisma Health in Columbia, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support internal medicine workflows. Work involves daily patient care under physician supervision, clerical tasks, and exam room prep.

You will also assist with procedures, immunizations, and obtaining vital signs while maintaining accurate medical records. The role emphasizes patient education, coordination with care teams, and timely documentation for insurance and scheduling.