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Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System · 20 hours ago

Medical Asst Internal Medicine Eastside

Spartanburg, SC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Internal Medicine department. The role involves both clinical and administrative responsibilities, including recording vital signs, compiling medical histories, and assisting with patient appointments and billing.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Measure and record vital signs, takes patient medical history and chief complaint. Record information accurately in the medical chart

Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies

Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization of equipment

Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments

Prepare patient for examination

Phlebotomy, finger sticks, and collection of other lab specimens

Assist the provider with exams and minor office surgery

Adhere to and practice appropriate infection control policies and procedures

Screens, manages, and follows up telephone messages from patients, referrals, and pharmacies

Prepare and send prescriptions electronically per provider's orders

Performs waived lab tests, EKGs, and administers injections

Applies dressing and remove sutures as ordered by the provider

Use CPR skills when required

Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards

Maintain OSHA requirements and practice OSHA standards

Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times

Perform other duties as assigned

Must be in good physical condition and able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position

Manual dexterity, good eye/hand coordination and acceptable vision needed in daily work

Must have strong knowledge of organizational dynamics and have excellent communication/coaching skills

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, the public, and other agencies

Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations

Effective verbal and written communication skills based on the command of the English language

Must be able to perform the following functions: standing for long hours, walking, stooping, bending, sitting, pushing, pulling, and squatting

Must be able to lift 30+ lbs. in order to lift/move patients, equipment, and/or supplies utilized in the workplace

Qualification

Medical Assistant CertificationCurrent CPR CertificationPhlebotomyEKGCommunication Skills

Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification as Medical Assistant (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcare Association (NHA)

Current CPR certification