OBGYN Medical Assistant

Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooperative Health in Columbia, SC seeks an OB/GYN Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) to support nursing staff and providers by recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and assisting with procedures and documentation. Candidate must have a certificate or an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting from a SC-accredited program and OB/GYN experience; bilingual candidates encouraged.

Phlebotomy skills and solid computer and typing abilities are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a certificate or an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited Medical Assisting Program in the State of South Carolina
• OB/GYN experience required
• Individuals who are bilingual/bicultural are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and discuss chief health concerns with patients
• Assist with OB/GYN procedures and documentation
• Perform testing as required and support nursing staff and providers
• Maintain confidentiality and professional communication with patients and co-workers

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Typing skills

General computer experience

Communication skills

Education

Certificate or Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting

Job description

• Employee Type Full Time-Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Description

Position Summary:
The OB/GYNMedical Assistant (CMA/RMA) will support nursing staff and providers in the OB/GYN provision of patient care; to include recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and assisting with procedures and documentation as required. Phlebotomy skills are required as well as basic word processing and computers skills.

• Uses good judgment when providing patient care.
• Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information to assure patient rights are protected.
• Observes courtesy standards through use of verbal amenities, pleasant facial and body expressions and pleasant voice tone when in contact with co-workers, providers, patients and visitors.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to patients and co-workers.
• Works effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Maintains composure when confronted with job stress or emergency situations.
• Adapts well to change in the work place.
• Consistent and concise lines of authority and responsibility are maintained.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients, staff and department information at all times.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess typing skills and general computer experience.
• Must be knowledgeable of medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Education & Experience:

• Must have a certificate or an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited Medical Assisting Program in the State of South Carolina
• OB/GYN experience required
• Individuals who are bilingual/bicultural are encouraged to apply

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work.

**Cooperative Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cooperative Health complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.