Medical Assistant — Hands-on Patient Care & Clinic Support

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Little River, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians through history taking, observation, and clinical data analysis. You will perform direct patient care, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with diagnostic tests and procedures.

The role includes administering medications, providing patient education, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone consultations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs through history, observation, and diagnostic data.
• Administer medications and provide patient education.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and handle telephone consultations.
• Ensure clean and well‑equipped examination rooms; manage medical supplies.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient education

Appointment scheduling

Medication administration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Registered/State Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

McLeod Health in Little River, SC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians through history taking, observation, and clinical data analysis. You will perform direct patient care, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with diagnostic tests and procedures.

The role includes administering medications, providing patient education, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone consultations.