PRN-Certified Medical Office Assistant

Family Health Centers, Inc.; Colonial Heights (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Health Centers, Inc. is seeking a PRN Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical teams across locations in South Carolina.

Position requires maintaining CPR/BLS, SC CMA credentials, and orientation completion, with shifts assigned based on patient volume and operational needs. Expect a flexible PRN schedule, no guaranteed hours, and duties including vital signs, specimen collection, patient preparation, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Office Assistant course or certifiable training for CMA duties.

Responsibilities

• Gather vital signs, current medications, BMI, weight, height and document for provider.
• Obtain and document patient smoking status (>13 years).
• Prepare patients for treatments and procedures; arrange for tests as instructed.
• Administer and reconcile medications, treatments, and immunizations as ordered.
• Maintain accurate patient records and schedule referrals or appointments.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of biohazardous waste and follow infection control procedures.
• Provide patient-centered, respectful care and assist team during pre-visit planning.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Office Assistant course

Job description

• Base Pay $19.00 - $22.00 / Hour

Description

This is a PRN (as-needed) position, with shifts assigned based on patient volume, staffing needs, operational requirements, and available shifts, and does not guarantee a minimum number of hours or shifts. The employee must maintain availability, report for accepted and scheduled shifts, provide timely notice of absences in accordance with FHC policies, and may be required to work at various FHC service locations based on organizational needs. The employee must complete required orientation, training, competency assessments, and annual education and maintain current CPR/BLS certification, South Carolina Certified Medical Assistant Cert., and all other required credentials.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Gather appropriate information, i.e. vital signs, current medication, BMI, weight, height, record and convey pertinent information to the provider. Inquire and document all OTC medications, supplements and alternative therapies for patients.
• Obtain and document smoking status for all patients >13 years of age.
• Prepare patients for various treatments and diagnostic procedures.
• Administer/arrange for various diagnostic tests and treatments as instructed by provider.
• Obtain specimens for laboratory analysis. Perform tests as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records and others records of service rendered.
• Make and track all appointments and/ or referrals, including community resources as directed by the provider.
• Administers and reconciles medications, treatment and immunizations prescribed by the provider.
• Follow correct procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste material.
• Comply with all applicable infection control and safety procedures
• Participate in daily team pre-visit planning (i.e., huddles).
• Exhibit compliance with FHC's corporate compliance policy.
• Ensure patient has visit summary documents.
• Perform job activities in ways that are respectful, courteous and responsive while interacting with patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as delegated.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Office Assistant course or other certifiable training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential job duties.
• One year of medical office experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (PRN) provides safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care in accordance with the CMA scope of practice, provider orders, FHC policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state requirements. The PRN CMA supports the clinical team on an as-needed basis based on patient volume, staffing needs, and operational requirements and works collaboratively with providers and other members of the healthcare team to promote quality care and positive patient outcomes.