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Medical Assistant-Contractor (MCP)Beaufort, South CarolinaMUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of 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: Contingent WorkerWorker Sub-Type: ContractorCost Center: CC MCP - Beaufort Vascular SurgeryPay Rate Type: HourlyPay Grade: Health-20Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Work Shift: Job Description•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 experienceRequired Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:•Current Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. If you do not have your current BLS you will be required to complete a course offered by MUSC.Benefits:·Health, dental, vision, and life insurance·Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan·Paid time off and extended sick leave·Paid Parental Leave·Disability insurance plan options·Continuous professional and clinical training·Competitive pay·Annual Merit Increase·Wellbeing resources·Tuition Reimbursement·Employee perks and discounts·Employee referral program·Flexible schedule options·Certification incentive programPhysical Requirements:•Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting.•Ability to perform job functions while walking and climb stairs.•Ability to work from elevated areas.•Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.•Ability to work in kneeling positions.•Ability to bend and twist at the waist.•Ability to squat and perform job functions.•Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.•Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.•Ability to reach overhead.•Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.•Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.•Ability to reach in all directions.•Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted.•Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted.•Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs.•Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force.•Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.•Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.•Ability to match or discriminate between colors.•Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.•Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.•Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.•Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.•Ability to work rotating shifts.•Ability to work overtime as required.•Ability to work in a latex safe environment.•Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.•Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.•Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!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.
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beaufort, SC, 29906, US
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