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Roper St. Francis Medical Assistant Certified - Lowcountry Hematology - Oncology - North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Summerville, and West Ashley in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Primary Location:
1) Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital located at 3510 Hwy 17 N., Suite 225, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466.
Will be required to work at the other three locations as needed:
2) 8950 University Blvd, Ste 100, Charleston, SC 29406
3) 300 Callen Blvd., Ste 220, Summerville, SC 29485
4) Bons Secours St. Francis Hospital located at 2075 Henry Tecklenburg Dr., Suite 320, Charleston, SC 29414
Schedule:
Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary :
Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the direction of the practicing MD, MLP or RN. Responsible for staging patients in preparation to see providers. Update all patient medications in the medication history at each visit. Perform patient related tasks as directed by practice providers. Facilitate the timely communication of clinical advice to patients electronically or by phone as directed by practice providers. Ensure all needed medical records are available to care teams and providers prior to patient’s office visit. Coordinate with other team members to provide exceptional patient service. Assist with other clinical and clerical duties to ensure optimization of patient experience within the practice. The Medical Assistant should be proficient with the practice management software and the electronic health record (EHR).
Minimum Qualifications :
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Training Program. Prefer 1 year of clinical experience.
Licensure/Certification: Current Certified Medical Assistant Certification from a certifying board approved by the Board of Medical Examiners. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
Primary Source Verification (if applicable): N/A
Knowledge/Skills: Strong patient-centered focus. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public. Ability to organize and manage competing priorities. Ability to problem solve and show good judgment. Record vital signs, patient’s chief complaint, performing EKG, etc. on all patients at every visit according to practice protocols. Phlebotomy skills preferred. Basic skill with computer keyboard, data entry functions and various software programs, e.g., Word and Internet applications. Knowledge in area of medical terminology. Basic skills with computer keyboard, data entry functions and various software programs i.e.: Word and Internet applications. Clear verbal and written communication skills as well as customer service excellence.
Other: Administer medications, injections and immunizations under supervision of RN, APP or MD
Contacts : Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) patients, families, physicians, employees and visitors.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Department:
LCHO Oncology - MP - RSFH Oncology - Dept of BSSF
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 recruitment@RSFH.com .