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Medical Assistant (Non-Certified) | Singing River Surgical Services Weight Loss Clinic - Ocean Springs

Singing River Health System · Ocean Springs, MS · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day. With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.

About the Role

In a caring and professional manner, the Medical Assistant (MA) performs a reasonable scope of clinical and administrative tasks delegated by and under the direct/onsite supervision of the Physician and/or their intermediary personnel responsible for patient care management. Intermediary personnel include physician assistants (PA), nurse practitioners (NP), and registered nurses (RN). He/she assists front office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager.

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Location: Singing River Surgical Services - Ocean Springs

Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical and administrative tasks under direct/onsite supervision of a Physician, PA, NP, or RN.
  • Assist front office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list; management reserves the right to revise duties as needed.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent required.
  • Graduate from a Medical Assistant program accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year customer service experience performing registration, scheduling, and insurance verification.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Certifications

  • If CMA: Certification from AAMA, NAHP, AMT, MedCA, NHA, NCCT, or NIHP.
  • If RMA: Certification from AMT, AAH, or NAHP.
  • Maintain certification per certifying organization’s standards.
  • BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
  • De-escalation training completed by the end of orientation (90 days).

Skills

  • Superior customer service and professional etiquette.
  • Proficient in computer use, including MS Outlook and Word.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to apply appropriate clinical judgment for patients of all ages.
  • Emotional stability to handle high-stress situations.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in complex situations.
  • Collaborative and respectful working relationships.

Physical Demands

  • Moderately active work: frequent movement within the office and facility, occasional travel within the SRHS service area.
  • Frequent exertion of negligible force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body.
  • Exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues with potential infectious disease hazards.
  • Repetitive motions: wrists, hands, and fingers while using office equipment.
  • Ability to perceive sound at normal speaking levels and make fine discriminations in sound.
  • Close visual acuity to shift focus between computer monitors and printed materials.
  • Ability to remain active for extended periods without undue fatigue.
  • Flexibility to work assigned schedules, including potential changes for off days, shifts, or weekends.

Mental Demands

  • Keen mental faculties, assessment, and decision-making abilities.
  • Superior communication and enunciation skills for in-person and telephone interactions.
  • Emotional stability to manage high stress levels.
  • Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in complex situations.

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