Certified Medical Assistant — Patient-Focused Clinic Support

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan

Paid time off and extended sick leave

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance plan options

Continuing professional training

Competitive pay

Annual Merit Increase

Wellbeing resources

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee perks and discounts

Employee referral program

Flexible schedule options

Certification incentive program

Job summary

The Certified Medical Assistant at MUSC Community Physicians provides multi-skilled support to ensure patient-centered care across the rural health network. They assist physicians with examinations and treatments, record vital signs, and keep patient records up to date.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited medical assisting program, and certification (CCMA/CMA/NAHP) with current BLS. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Must be certified through AMT/AAMA/NHA/MedCA as CCMA/CMA/NAHP.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs (pulse, temperature, BP, weight, height) and inputs data into the medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination.
• Assists in examination and treatment under the direction of a physician; maintains accurate communication and basic computer skills.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical record input

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited medical assisting program

Job description

The Certified Medical Assistant at MUSC Community Physicians provides multi-skilled support to ensure patient-centered care across the rural health network. They assist physicians with examinations and treatments, record vital signs, and keep patient records up to date.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited medical assisting program, and certification (CCMA/CMA/NAHP) with current BLS. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.