Medical Asst- ICC-Reidvile Rd

Job Requirements

SIGN ON BONUS $5,000 for eligible Medical Assistants

Join a Team That Cares-Fast and Well

Spartanburg Regional Health Care System is looking for a compassionate, energetic Medical Assistant to join our Immediate Care team. If you enjoy helping patients feel better quickly, thrive in a busy clinical setting, and love being part of a supportive team, this could be a great fit for you.
What to Expect

• A busy, team-oriented work environment where no two days are the same
• Standing and walking for extended periods and assisting with patient movement as needed
• Flexible scheduling that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
• shift premiums for evenings and weekends

Position Summary

The ICC Medical Assistant is cross trained on both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The clinical aspects include recording vital signs when interacting with patients, compiling patients' medical histories and administering medications under direction of a supervising physician. The administrative aspects can include everything from scheduling appointments to billing and assisting patients in filling out insurance forms.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience
• N/A

License/Registration/Certifications
• Certification as Medical Assistant (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcare Association (NHA)
• Current CPR certification

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• N/A

Preferred Experience
• One to Two years' experience of medical office experience

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
• N/A

Core Job Responsibilities
• Measure and record vital signs, takes patient medical history and chief complaint. Record information accurately in the medical chart.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization of equipment.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Prepare patient for examination.
• Phlebotomy, finger sticks, and collection of other lab specimens.
• Assist the provider with exams and minor office surgery.
• Adhere to and practice appropriate infection control policies and procedures.
• Screens, manages, and follows up telephone messages from patients, referrals, and pharmacies.
• Prepare and send prescriptions electronically per provider's orders.
• Performs waived lab tests, EKGs, and administers injections.
• Applies dressing and remove sutures as ordered by the provider.
• Use CPR skills when required.
• Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards.
• Maintain OSHA requirements and practice OSHA standards.
• Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
• Responsible for performing patient access activities such as collecting and documenting correct demographic and billing information, maintaining an accurate cash drawer, issuing receipts, managing daily deposits, assisting patients with scheduling/rescheduling/confirming of all appointments, and maintaining an orderly flow of patients through the reception and lobby area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.