Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

McLeod Health; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Sumter, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to work closely with physicians, taking patient history, performing direct patient care, preparing patients for exams, and conducting tests. The role includes administering medications, educating patients, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone consultations.

Responsibilities also cover maintaining clean exam rooms, managing supplies, and contributing to departmental QA projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent from an accredited school.
• At least one year experience in a physician’s office or other clinical setting.
• Must be Registered or State Certified as a Medical Assistant with accrediting board.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs through history, observation, and analysis of diagnostic data.
• Perform direct patient care, prepare patients for examinations, and conduct specialized tests and procedures.
• Administer medications, provide patient education, schedule appointments, and handle telephone consultations.
• Maintain clean, well-equipped examination rooms, manage medical supplies, and support departmental QA projects.

Education

High School Diploma/GED equivalent

Job description

McLeod Health in Sumter, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to work closely with physicians, taking patient history, performing direct patient care, preparing patients for exams, and conducting tests. The role includes administering medications, educating patients, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone consultations.

Responsibilities also cover maintaining clean exam rooms, managing supplies, and contributing to departmental QA projects.