Certified Medical Assistant (MCP)

Certified Medical Assistant (MCP)

Camden, South Carolina

The Medical Assistant performs assigned patient care activities and related administrative duties under direct supervision of Providers and Office Manager. Specific patient care responsibilities will be assigned after competency is established.

Entity : MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type : Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Cost Center : CC005689 MCP - Primary Care Camden Medical Pavilion

Pay Rate Type : Hourly

Pay Grade : Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

The Medical Assistant reports to the Office Manager. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Basic computer skills required. Annual competencies are required to be maintained. Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of patient care procedures and ability to make accurate physical observation of patients. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 6 months of experience in a patient care setting
• A bachelor's degree in a science or health-related field can be substituted for the required experience

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations :

Additional Job Description :

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.