Medical Assistant

Retina Consultants of South Carolina

Charleston, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18.50–$22.50 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Certified Medical Assistant, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, High School Diploma, Life Insurance, Medical Assistance, Medical Products, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Medications, Office Equipment, On Call, Ophthalmology, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Surgical Supplies, Telephone Skills, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Charleston, SC
POSTED
1 day ago

Here at Retina Consultants of South Carolina, our mission is to foster a friendly and inviting environment for both our patients and our staff. We firmly believe that we can make a positive impact on the lives of everyone who walks through our front doors. Our offices provide top-quality care, medications, and support. With a positive culture, amazing benefits, improved work-life balance, and the opportunity to truly make a difference, we hope you'll discover your passion within our practice.


Schedule varies depending on the assigned role and/or assigned physician.


Must be able to travel 40% of the time.

Compensation:

$18.50 - $22.50 hourly


Responsibilities:
  • Triage patients and record consistent and accurate documentation of patients’ medical history 
  • Performing prescreening exams 
  • Checking vision and identifying chief complaints 
  • Tonometry & dilation 
  • Administering medications to patients in the clinic and providing patient education 
  • Will be required to get detailed health information from patients and document health histories 
  • Various diagnostic tests (Fundus photos, OCT, Visual Fields), and may also include some advanced diagnostic testing 
  • Assist with maintaining an efficient clinic experience 
  • Assisting physicians with ophthalmic procedures 
  • Maintaining medical/surgical supplies 
  • Utilize EHR with all HIPAA standards 
  • Prepare the examination room and the patient's medical record 
  • Understanding of basic healthcare terminology 
  • Driving a company-provided vehicle that may hold employees and office equipment 
  • Managing incoming phone calls and documenting communications within patient platforms such as NexTech, Pressia On-Call, or other relevant sources



Qualifications:
  • Prior experience as in a medical assisting role performing administrative duties or similar position in a healthcare work environment is preferred
  • Great communication and customer service skills
  • Graduated from high school or received GED
  • Possesses basic computer skills to complete administrative tasks
  • Must have completed an accredited medical assisting program and a supervised externship in a healthcare setting

About Company

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off + Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision, Dental
  • 401(k)
  • Life Insurance

About the Company

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Retina Consultants of South Carolina