Medical Assistant

Summit Spine And Joint Centers

Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is a rapidly growing, multi-state spine and joint care organization providing integrated clinical, surgical, and imaging services. With clinic locations across Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, our care teams include IPS in North Carolina and Savannah Pain Management in Georgia, all operating as part of the SSJC organization. We are committed to collaboration, high-quality patient-centered care, and supporting our teams as we continue to expand. We are seeking motivated, qualified professionals to join us in delivering exceptional care across our growing network.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision of a licensed provider, as a Medical Assistant, one must be able to effectively chart within the EMR system, provide referrals and perform clinical duties. We are seeking motivated individuals who show excellent communication skills. Must be able to problem-solve and multitask as we are a fast-paced practice. Gain skill and knowledge of organization policies and procedures in support of the department.

This job is a full-time, benefited position at Summit Spine & Joint Centers that reports to the Assistant Operations Manager. This position's primary locations will be for region 101 clinic locations (see below) and is subject to change based on coverage/business needs, and ASC operating hours.

Region 101 Operating Schedule:

Greenville (ASC): Monday (every other), Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 8am-5pm

Spartanburg: Monday & Wednesday 8am-5pm

Anderson: Wednesday & Friday 8am-5pm

Responsibilities:

• Triage patients to be seen by providers which include, but are not limited to rooming patients, taking vitals, merging patient charts and communicating directly with patients
• Assist providers in exam rooms
• Effectively process messages between patients and administration or other medical offices
• Report to office manager and/or practice administrator
• Other duties as assigned
• The employee must communicate professionally, respectfully, and effectively with patients, visitors, clinicians, coworkers, and vendors, including in busy, demanding, or stressful circumstances.
• The employee must maintain professional composure and consistently perform assigned duties throughout the scheduled work period; manage routine workplace stressors and feedback without disrupting patient care, patient-facing operations, or coworkers' work; and use established de-escalation and escalation procedures when appropriate.
• The employee must exercise sound judgment; maintain appropriate workplace boundaries; receive and respond to routine feedback and direction; protect confidential patient and business information; and address patient or workplace concerns through established supervisory and safety procedures. These functions are essential to the position.

Skills And Abilities:

• Must be willing to travel to other locations
• Detail-oriented
• Willingness to cross-train on all other clinical responsibilities including but not limited to MA/Fluoroscopy tasks.

Education And Experience:

• Experience using EClinical Works or other EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems preferred
• 1-year clinical experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience