Medical Assistant PRN

Aiken Regional Medical Centers; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Student loan program

Job summary

Aiken Physicians Alliance, affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Centers, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care across specialties. You will interview patients, take vital signs, perform venipuncture, and document in the EMR under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include room preparation and occasional front desk coverage, with emphasis on accurate documentation and compassionate patient interaction. BLS/CPR certification required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• At least one year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (clinic protocol).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, venipuncture and procedures as directed.
• Document in the Electronic Medical Record per IPM guidelines.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination.
• Assist in front desk coverage as required.

Job description

Responsibilities

ABOUT AIKEN PHYSICIANS ALLIANCE Aiken Physicians Alliance is affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Centers, a 273-bed acute care facility offering a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional Medical Center has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the Carolina Center for Medical Excellence for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and pneumonia and has been recognized as an “A” rated facility by the Leapfrog Group. Aiken Physicians Alliance provides dedicated primary and specialty care for you and your family. Our family medicine providers are devoted to treating the whole person and provide comprehensive care for people of all ages. Our specialists are highly trained and experienced and work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients. Aiken Physicians Alliance offers Primary Care, Cardiology, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Pulmonology and Urology Care. You will work with a Care Team of physicians, advanced practitioners and staff providing compassionate and quality care. We have a welcoming environment and believe in strong team engagement. Website: www.aikenphysicians.com

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in coverage of the front desk as required.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Work experience: Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
• Familiarity with medical terminology required
• Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol)
• Knowledge: General medical office procedures
• Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
• Skills: Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Abilities: Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions
• Equipment Operated: Office equipment such as fax machine, copier, and telephone system EKG machine, other patient care testing

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.

UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.