Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Endocrinology
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: Carolina Health Specialists
Category: Non-Provider
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Endocrinology Job OverviewCarolina Health Specialists is seeking a dedicated and nationally certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our busy Endocrinology practice in Myrtle Beach, SC. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional who is committed to patient care and team collaboration in a dynamic clinical environment. As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in our Endocrinology department, you will play a pivotal role in supporting physicians, enhancing patient experience, and ensuring the smooth operation of daily clinical activities.
Key Responsibilities- Provide professional nursing care to clinic patients under the supervision of physicians and the Patient/Clinical Services Manager.
- Assess patients' general conditions, including vital signs and weight measurements, and document findings accurately in medical records.
- Assist physicians with patient examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments as directed.
- Deliver basic patient care according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of all interventions, dispensed medications, and patient/family responses in electronic health records.
- Promote patient wellness by distributing educational materials and communicating physician advice and instructions clearly.
- Adhere strictly to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality guidelines as required by policy.
- Review patient cases, acknowledge and address requests, and ensure that action notes are updated before closing cases.
- Respond promptly to patient requests for callbacks and coordinate follow-up communications as needed.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of medical supplies and place orders to ensure rooms are fully stocked and organized.
- Keep exam rooms clean, organized, and ensure cleaning logs are up to date.
- Demonstrate current competencies related to the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) role within an Endocrinology setting.
- May be required to travel between office locations as part of routine job responsibilities.
- Current national certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) is required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Excellent computer and customer service skills.
- Knowledge of basic nursing principles, infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality.
- Proficiency in medical charting and records management.
- Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with physicians, patients, families, and staff members.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing clinical demands and willingness to travel between practice locations as needed.
- Work is performed in both office and exam room environments.
- Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, and medicinal preparations.
- Compliance with health requirements, including Hepatitis B vaccination and TB testing, is mandatory.
- Must be able to perform varied physical activities such as sitting, walking, stooping, lifting (up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds), bending, and reaching.
- Ability to use a variety of office and medical equipment, including phones, computers, fax machines, stethoscopes, EKG machines, ear washing equipment, speculums, scales, and blood pressure cuffs.
- Occasional stress may arise from workload and patient care demands.
As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in our Endocrinology department, you will benefit from a positive work environment with no required nights or weekends, half-day Fridays, and the opportunity to work in the vibrant community of Myrtle Beach, SC. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive pay, 401k, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, paid holidays, PTO, and sick time.
Additional InformationThis job description provides basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as organizational needs evolve.