Certified Medical Assistant- Dermatology

Certified Medical Assistant – Dermatology Certified Medical Assistant reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Certified Medical Assistant performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height) and records or inputs information to patients’ medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Job Information Company: MUSC Position: Certified Medical Assistant – Dermatology Work Location: North Charleston Country: US CMA 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 and/or Certifications (One Required) American Medical Technologist (AMT) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) National Health Career Association (NHA) MedCA Certified Clinical & Administrative Medical Assistant (MA1) National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Additional Requirements Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers. Physical Requirements Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting (continuous), walking (continuous), climbing stairs (infrequent), working indoors (continuous), outside in temperature extremes (infrequent), from elevated areas (frequent), in confined/cramped spaces (frequent), from kneeling positions (infrequent), bending at the waist (continuous), twisting at the waist (frequent), squatting (frequent), pinching (frequent), gross motor activities with fingers and hands (continuous), firm grasping (continuous), fine manipulation (continuous), reach overhead (frequent), repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (continuous), use both legs (continuous), lower extremities for balance and coordination (frequent), reach in all directions (continuous), lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted (infrequent), lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from floor to 36" unassisted (infrequent), lift 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (infrequent), exert up to 50 lbs. of force (frequent). Maintain 20/40 vision in one or both eyes (continuous). Maintain hearing acuity, with correction (continuous). Ability to manage stressful situations (continuous). Work rotating shifts (frequent), overtime as required (frequent). Work in latex safe environment (continuous). Maintain tactile sensory functions (continuous). Maintain olfactory sensory function (continuous) for selected positions. Qualify physically for respirator use (continuous) for selected positions. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr