Certified Medical Assistant - Pulmonology

Description

Join Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, a 116-bed community hospital located in Hartsville, SC, that has been recently honored with ScionHealth's Platinum Award, eight consecutive "A" safety grades from Leapfrog, Top General Hospital honors from Leapfrog, and recognition as a Great Community Hospital by Becker's Hospital Review. The hospital delivers excellence across the continuum of services, and holds numerous accreditations and certifications in areas that include chest pain, stroke and heart failure, hip and knee replacement, sepsis, and more. Come grow your career at Carolina Pines, where innovation, safety, and community are core to everything we do.

Job Summary

Performs both clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and nurses in the medical practice/clinic. Utilizes certified-level competencies to provide comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. Ensures high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values.

Essential Functions

• Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision.
• Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines.
• Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
• Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance.
• Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds.
• Use of personal protective equipment as needed.
• Frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases.
• May involve exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials.
• Must follow established safety procedures and protocols.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.

Experience

• Minimum of one year experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical competency and ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Must be able to work independently in a high-paced environment.