Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Surgical Associates Multiple Locations

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Work Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Locations: Regular floating to all department locations including Roper MOB (Downtown Charleston) BSSF MOB (West Ashley) and Berkeley MOB (Summerville).

Preferred Experience: 2 years of clinical direct patient care experience

Job Summary:

Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the direction of the practicing MD MLP or RN. Responsible for staging patients in preparation to see providers. Update all patient medications in the medication history at each visit. Perform patient related tasks as directed by practice providers. Facilitate the timely communication of clinical advice to patients electronically or by phone as directed by practice providers. Ensure all needed medical records are available to care teams and providers prior to patients office visit. Coordinate with other team members to provide exceptional patient service. Assist with other clinical and clerical duties to ensure optimization of patient experience within the practice. The Medical Assistant should be proficient with the practice management software and the electronic health record (EHR).

Job Summary: Annual Wellness Visit Services

Responsible for accurate chart preparation for all RSFPP physicians. Schedule Medicare annual wellness visits in accordance to protocol verify eligibility for Medicare annual wellness services and contact patient via phone to gather responses for health risk assessment questionnaire. The candidate upholds the standards and strategic goals of the company wide Customer Services program and promotes quality service.

Minimum Qualifications:

Licensing/Certification

Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required):

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Education

High School/GED (required)

In South Carolina (completion of one of the below is required)

• An accredited Medical assistant post-secondary education program
• A Career and technical education health sciences program approved by the South Carolina Department of Education
• A medical assisting program provided by a branch of the United States military
• A Medical assisting United States Department of Labor approved Registered Apprenticeship program
• A Training program that is delivered in whole or in part by a health care employer that aligns to a nationally accredited certification exam

Primary Source Verification (if applicable):

• N/A

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong patient-centered focus. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients employees and the public. Ability to organize and manage competing priorities. Ability to problem solve and show good judgment. Record vital signs patients chief complaint performing ekg etc. on all patients at every visit according to practice protocols. Phlebotomy skills preferred. Basic skill with computer keyboard data entry functions and various software programs e.g Word and Internet applications. Knowledge in area of medical terminology. Basic skills with computer keyboard data entry functions and various software programs i.e.: Word and Internet applications. Clear verbal and written communication skills as well as customer service excellence.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .