MUSC Health
MUSCP - Certified Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology - Clements Ferry Pavilion
MUSC Health, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408
Overview
MUSC - Certified Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology - Clements Ferry Pavilion Join our dynamic team at MUSC Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion! Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion is a new state‑of‑the‑art outpatient multi‑specialty building where we foster a positive and collaborative environment dedicated to providing exceptional care to a diverse range of patients. Our team thrives on mutual support and respect, working together to make a real difference in our patients' lives. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to be part of a team that values professional growth and compassionate care, we’d love to have you with us! Job Description Summary
Responsible for quality patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed healthcare provider in a clinical practice. Duties include rooming patients, taking vitals and health history, documenting in an electronic medical record, giving injections and assisting with minor procedures.
Responsibilities
Ensures accurate calibrations, cleaning and scheduled maintenance of clinical/lab equipment as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA; tracked by documentation.
Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information, communicating as appropriate. Documents test and exam results. Communicates plan of care to the patient including formal development of patient education materials as necessary.
Maintains exam room supplies, instruments and cleanliness of patient care environment, as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA.
Maintains timely flow of patients, assists with scheduling of appointments and referrals based on urgency and availability. Screens patients for appropriate information and provides patient education as appropriate for diagnosis and treatment.
Observes, records and reports patient's physical and psychosocial condition, reactions to medication and treatments to physician. Responds to and triages phone calls. Calls in orders as ordered by physician. Instructs patient, as ordered by the physician, regarding treatment and/or medication. Responsible for monitoring and distribution of medication including samples and controlled substances.
Triage patients and prepares for physician exams and procedures. Assists with exams, procedures and treatments as necessary. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. Administers prescribed treatments and tests as ordered by the physician.
Qualifications
CMA I Required Minimum Training and Education:
High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
CMA Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:
Must be certified through AMT, AAMA, NHA, NAHP, MedCA, NCCT, or NAHP. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers is required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk and sit; bend, kneel, climb stairs; reach in all directions; good finger dexterity; repetitive motions; may be required to wear a respirator; 20/40 vision (corrected); lift up to 50 lbs unassisted; work in a latex-safe environment.
Work Information
Entity:
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Cost Center:
CC005462 UMA AMB MULT Clements Ferry MOB
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Pay Grade:
Health-21
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Not specified
Equal Opportunity The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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MUSC - Certified Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology - Clements Ferry Pavilion Join our dynamic team at MUSC Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion! Clements Ferry Medical Pavilion is a new state‑of‑the‑art outpatient multi‑specialty building where we foster a positive and collaborative environment dedicated to providing exceptional care to a diverse range of patients. Our team thrives on mutual support and respect, working together to make a real difference in our patients' lives. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to be part of a team that values professional growth and compassionate care, we’d love to have you with us! Job Description Summary
Responsible for quality patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed healthcare provider in a clinical practice. Duties include rooming patients, taking vitals and health history, documenting in an electronic medical record, giving injections and assisting with minor procedures.
Responsibilities
Ensures accurate calibrations, cleaning and scheduled maintenance of clinical/lab equipment as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA; tracked by documentation.
Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information, communicating as appropriate. Documents test and exam results. Communicates plan of care to the patient including formal development of patient education materials as necessary.
Maintains exam room supplies, instruments and cleanliness of patient care environment, as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA.
Maintains timely flow of patients, assists with scheduling of appointments and referrals based on urgency and availability. Screens patients for appropriate information and provides patient education as appropriate for diagnosis and treatment.
Observes, records and reports patient's physical and psychosocial condition, reactions to medication and treatments to physician. Responds to and triages phone calls. Calls in orders as ordered by physician. Instructs patient, as ordered by the physician, regarding treatment and/or medication. Responsible for monitoring and distribution of medication including samples and controlled substances.
Triage patients and prepares for physician exams and procedures. Assists with exams, procedures and treatments as necessary. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. Administers prescribed treatments and tests as ordered by the physician.
Qualifications
CMA I Required Minimum Training and Education:
High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
CMA Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:
Must be certified through AMT, AAMA, NHA, NAHP, MedCA, NCCT, or NAHP. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers is required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk and sit; bend, kneel, climb stairs; reach in all directions; good finger dexterity; repetitive motions; may be required to wear a respirator; 20/40 vision (corrected); lift up to 50 lbs unassisted; work in a latex-safe environment.
Work Information
Entity:
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Cost Center:
CC005462 UMA AMB MULT Clements Ferry MOB
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Pay Grade:
Health-21
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Not specified
Equal Opportunity The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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