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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multiple Locations

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

Work Locations (Typical Week):

+ Monday/Friday - Roper MOB (Downtown Charleston)

+ Tuesday/Wednesday - Berkeley MOB (Summerville)

+ Thursday - West Ashley Cancer Center

**Preferred Experience:** 2+ years CMA experience

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.

Essential Functions:

+ Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner

+ Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date

+ Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height

+ Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed

+ Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly

+ Other duties as assigned

Education:

+ High School Degree or GED

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

Experience:

+ One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)

+ Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

+ Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

+ Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

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

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

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 [email protected]