Compassionate CMA: Patient Care & Clinic Support

DeKalb Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Job summary

DeKalb Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team and support providers in delivering high-quality patient care.

In this role you will room patients, document vital signs, assist with examinations and minor procedures, perform basic laboratory tests, manage EHR documentation, and coordinate appointments while upholding HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a post-secondary medical assisting education program.
• Current CMA certification from a recognized body.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Preferred: 1+ years of clinical experience in a medical office or outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs (height, weight, BP, pulse, temperature, respiration).
• Obtain and record patient medical history, chief complaint, reason for visit.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms; stock supplies.
• Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries.
• Administer medications, injections, and immunizations per orders.
• Perform basic laboratory tests (urinalysis, glucose checks, rapid strep, EKGs).
• Document patient information accurately in the EHR.
• Schedule appointments, referrals, and testing; communicate results and plans.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical history

Patient care

EHR documentation

Education

Medical assisting certificate/associate degree

CMA certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

DeKalb Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team and support providers in delivering high-quality patient care.

In this role you will room patients, document vital signs, assist with examinations and minor procedures, perform basic laboratory tests, manage EHR documentation, and coordinate appointments while upholding HIPAA and safety guidelines.