Certified Medical Assistant

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From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

Certified Medical Assistant - Temporary
University of South Carolina Upstate
TMP01103PO26
Spartanburg, SC

Support clinical care in the role of certified medical assistant within defined protocols and tasks for patients at USC Upstate Health Services. Provide vitals signs, medication and allergy review, vision screening, lab specimen collection and processing, phlebotomy.

• Provides provider visit support including but not limited to patient intake and screenings within MA scope of practice. Obtain patient data such as vital signs, health history, chief complaint, routine medications, drug and other noted allergies. Perform vision and other screenings in accordance with training and office protocols. Serves as chaperone and assists with gynecology exams and procedures.
• Educates patient on specimen collection process and performs lab procedures including lab specimen collection and processing, Collects and processes blood, urine and other specimen types, proper labeling and handling of patient specimens, performing waived laboratory tests. Supports lab inventory and maintaining adequate and safe supplies.
• Maintain medication and clinical supply stock in accordance with pharmacy, lab and state health regulations. Maintain adequate stock of clinical supplies in exam rooms. Store, document and communicate needs for pharmacy and lab items to area supervisor in accordance with clinic procedures and State Health Regulations. Clean and sterilize instruments using autoclave in accordance with clinical procedures and maintain instruments.
• Assist with individual follow-up, care coordination, medication refills, and other patient needs. Support Health Services' response to campus medical incidents and infectious disease outbreaks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Position Specific Minimum Qualifications: Requires current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification, 2 years experience working as a medical assistant in a hospital or ambulatory care setting, and electronic medical records experience. A successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications: BLS CPR Certification, phlebotomy and outbound lab preparation, in house specimen collection and POC Lab Testing, Instrument Sterilization/Autoclave.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Current licensure or certification in the specific field. Interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to assess, identify, and address individual needs. Knowledge of or the ability to learn medical terminology, use medical equipment and follow clinical orders. Possess clinical skills necessary to treat patients of all ages. Ability to problem solve. Ability to work in a team situation. Ability to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/208030

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