What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at Roper Rheumatology?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Certified Medical Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team supporting our Rheumatology department in Charleston, SC. This vital role involves providing exceptional patient care, assisting physicians during examinations and procedures, and ensuring smooth clinical operations. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a comprehensive understanding of medical procedures to deliver top-tier healthcare experiences. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive environment committed to excellence in health services.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for examinations by taking vital signs, recording medical histories, verifying current medications, and ensuring comfort throughout their visit.
- Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures with precision and care.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) accurately, including documentation of patient encounters, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Support patient intake processes by verifying insurance information, updating medical records, and answering patient questions with professionalism and empathy.
- Perform basic laboratory tasks such as specimen collection while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, ensuring all medical supplies are stocked and equipment is functioning properly.
- Assists patient and provider with virtual health visits which may include setting up the visit through appropriate platform, pre-charting the virtual visit prior to the scheduled appointment, contacting the patient to ensure preparedness for the virtual visit, troubleshooting virtual visit issues when needed, obtaining chief complaint and health maintenance checks, medication review, and other relevant patient details prior to the actual virtual visit.
- Handle all patient calls and refills for your assigned provider. Taking accurate and thorough messages from patient to relay to the provider and researching patients medical record and setting up prescriptions for the providers approval.
Requirements
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from an accredited program.
- Prior experience in a medical office setting is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and ICD coding practices.
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems such as EMR/EHR platforms; familiarity with hospital information systems is advantageous.
- Ability to perform clinical tasks including vital signs measurement and basic life support (BLS).
- Excellent patient service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and empathetically in diverse healthcare environments.
- Demonstrated ability to manage medical records accurately while adhering to confidentiality standards.
Join us as a Certified Medical Assistant to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative healthcare environment. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment that values your skills and dedication while supporting your professional growth. All roles are paid positions that contribute directly to delivering compassionate care to our patients every day and empowering individuals on their healthcare journey.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23