Certified Medical Assistant (MCP)-1

Job Description Summary MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC001843 MCP - Lancaster-Administration Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-22 Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Work Shift Job Description The Certified Medical Assistant reports to the Outpatient Clinic Manager. Interacts with patients, measures vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information into patients' medical records. Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations. Basic computer skills required. Annual competencies are required to be maintained. Ability to understand and implement detailed instructions for therapeutic procedures and to make accurate physical observations of patients. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Minimum Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred. Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations Must be certified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Health Career Association (NHA) or MedCA as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required; certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA‑recognized equivalent, or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Benefits Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan Paid time off and extended sick leave Paid Parental Leave Disability insurance plan options Continuous professional and clinical training Competitive pay Annual Merit Increase Wellbeing resources Tuition Reimbursement Employee perks and discounts Employee referral program Flexible schedule options Certification incentive program Physical Requirements Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting. Ability to perform job functions while walking and climbing stairs. Ability to work from elevated areas. Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. Ability to bend and twist at the waist. Ability to squat and perform job functions. Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. Ability to reach overhead. Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. Ability to reach in all directions. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. To transfer a 100‑lb. patient that cannot assist requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force are needed to push a 400‑lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force are required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. Ability to match or discriminate between colors. Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to work in a latex‑safe environment. Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! 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. 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