Medical Assistant Various Location

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision and

Job summary

Aiken Physicians Alliance is affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Centers, a 273-bed acute care facility. The Medical Assistant provides patient care under physician direction, takes vital signs, performs venipuncture, and documents in EMR.

They prepare exam rooms and may assist at the front desk, contributing to a compassionate care team. The role supports a range of services and a welcoming environment with strong team engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion or 1 year MA experience.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and measure vital signs (pulse, temperature, BP, weight, height).
• Perform venipuncture and procedures as directed by the physician.
• Document in EMR according to IPM guidelines.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and assist front desk as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Current BLS/CPR certification

Tools

MS Office

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

Position Summary

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 guideline(s). Prepares treatment room(s) 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 Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, Licensure, Training & Travel Requirements

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.