(Georgetown) Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse FT

Novant Health Urgent Care (Formerly Doctors Care); Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Incentive Pay Program

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) with 100% vested match

Job summary

A healthcare provider in South Carolina is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse for a full-time position in Georgetown. The role involves preparing patients for physician visits, collecting medical data, performing lab tests, and providing exceptional customer service. Candidates should have relevant certification, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills. Join a committed team delivering quality healthcare in a supportive environment. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification is required.
• Basic computer skills are essential.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physician visits by taking vitals and entering information.
• Collect and record patient demographics and medical history.
• Perform laboratory tests and specimen collection.
• Administer medications as directed by health professionals.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Customer service

EMR software

Communication skills

Phlebotomy

Basic medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program

Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant

Associate’s degree in medical assisting

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse (Full Time)

Location: (Georgetown) Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) – Full-time position.

Join the Novant Health family. At Novant Health Urgent Care we provide exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina.

Who Are We?

Part of the Novant Health family based in North Carolina, Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) provides exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina. Our Columbia-based headquarters delivers non‑medical management and administrative services to support these locations. For decades, we have been committed to delivering exceptional, convenient, and affordable healthcare experiences to families and communities throughout the Palmetto State.

Why Doctors Care?

• Competitive wages with annual market data review
• Incentive Pay Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• UpToDate Subscription
• Generous PTO
• 403(b) with 100% vested match
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short term and Long‑term Disability
• Whole and Term Life Insurance
• Rewarding Careers
• Great working environment

What Are We Looking For?

We are looking for a medical assistant to join our team who will prepare patients for their physician visit. The medical assistant will take vitals, enter vital information into the EMR system, assist with patient services duties at the front desk (taking phone calls, updating patient demographics), and provide outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect patient demographics, medical history, prescription and pharmacy information and record it for the provider.
• Recognize patient distress and notify the provider accordingly.
• Collect laboratory specimens including phlebotomy.
• Perform laboratory tests.
• Perform data collection and testing for occupational health clients.
• Prepare and administer medications as delegated by a physician, physician assistant and nurse practitioner.
• Exhibit professional behavior and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers at all times.
• Operate general office equipment such as personal computer, copier, fax machine, etc.
• Effectively utilize EMR software.
• Support provider by performing excellent patient care through effective communication.
• Ensure all patient rooms and equipment are in working condition.
• Provide coverage at other clinic locations within the region as requested and/or needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Do You Have What It Takes?

A good candidate will bring with them:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Accredited Medical Assisting Program.
• Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant.
• Computer skills.
• Basic medical terminology.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• Trained in OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
• Willing to work 12 hour shifts and weekends.
• Willing to work at other centers as needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to reflect our mission, vision, and values through actions and conduct.

Additional Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in medical assisting.