Orthopedics CMA - Patient Care & Admin Support

Prisma; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in South Carolina seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to perform patient care and related clerical duties under supervision. The role supports physicians and APNs, handling clinical tasks and front-office responsibilities with attention to safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vital signs, assisting in examinations, administering medications, and documenting all actions in the medical record.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assisting training program per SC requirements.
• Education in Tennessee CMA preferred.
• Experience: No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with examinations, tests, procedures and office-based surgery.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment; record vital signs, chief complaints and allergies.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, supplies and equipment; sterilize instruments as needed.
• Administer medications and immunizations as ordered by the physician after competency validation.
• Handle administrative duties including registration, scheduling and billing tasks.

Education

Medical assistant training program (CAAHEP/ABHES or equivalent)

Career and Technical Education Health Sciences Program (SC DOE) or equivalent

Military medical assisting training

US DOL-registered Medical Assistant Apprenticeship

Employer-led training aligned with cert exam

PHCI CMA Fast Track Certified Medical Assistant program

Job description

Prisma Health in South Carolina seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to perform patient care and related clerical duties under supervision. The role supports physicians and APNs, handling clinical tasks and front-office responsibilities with attention to safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vital signs, assisting in examinations, administering medications, and documenting all actions in the medical record.