Medical Assistant - FT - McLeod Cardiology Associates - Florence

Responsibilities

• Affords patients with information through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage, and analysis of diagnostic results.
• Assists physicians in assessing patient needs.
• Prepares patients for visits by the provider.
• Collects and documents pertinent information from patients and families, including vital signs, history, and chief complaints.
• Prepares and scans necessary documents in the patient's medical record as needed.
• Performs specialized tests such as electrocardiography, pulmonary function tests, sleep studies, Holter monitors, and certain laboratory procedures as required.
• Administers medications as directed by the physician.
• Supports providers during treatments and procedures.
• Schedules and reschedules patient appointments as needed.
• Communicates with patients via phone, addressing their concerns or referring them to the physician.
• Follows up with patients as necessary.
• Cleans and straightens examination rooms according to OSHA standards.
• Maintains medical supply inventory, checks medication and vaccine expiration dates, and disposes of outdated medications.
• Keeps abreast of new equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Encourages patients to use MyChart for communication with McLeod Health.
• Participates in departmental quality improvement projects.
• Projects a positive image of the practice.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

About the Role

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon, and McLeod Behavioral Health.

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.