Medical Assistant Certified, Lung Nodule Clinic

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

. Review and update patient health records, charts, diagnostic results, hospital reports, and medical records .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeCharleston • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care and medical assisting, including vital sign measurement, EMR/EHR documentation, and medication administration. Exhibits strong communication and interpersonal skills while providing respectful customer service in a high-volume healthcare environment.

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Active Medical Assisting CertificationBLS Basic Life Support CertificationEMR/EHR DocumentationVital Sign MeasurementMedical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Patient Health Record ManagementVital Sign MeasurementMedication AdministrationLaboratory Specimen CollectionClerical DutiesTriageInventory ManagementSchedulingCash HandlingBasic Computer Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMultitasking AbilityCollaborative Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Medical Assisting CertificationBLS Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical AssistingPatient CareHealthcare EnvironmentClinical Lab TrainingMedical Terminology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and update patient health records, charts, diagnostic results, hospital reports, and medical records
Measure vital signs, including pulse, respiration, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, weight, height, and temperature
Prepare treatment and examination rooms and show patients to physicians
Greet patients and provide respectful customer service
Perform clerical and front-desk duties, including inventory, supply ordering, referrals, phones, registration, scheduling, triage, cash handling, and check-in/check-out
Identify changes in patient condition and report them to the provider
Troubleshoot and escalate clinical, administrative, and virtual-visit issues
Assist patients and providers with virtual health visits
Document accurately in EMR/EHR systems and manage provider-directed in-basket messages
Follow up on orders, appointments, referrals, labs, diagnostic tests, and visits; collect co-pays
Prepare and administer physician-ordered medications within scope and state guidelines
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform routine laboratory tests
Provide prescription and refill information as directed by providers
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions
Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
Travel to other facilities or adjust hours as directed to meet patient-care needs
Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas, exam rooms, equipment, and supplies
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School/GED (required)
Enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant program (required within 30 days of employment)
Active Medical Assisting certification from an approved certifying organization (required; within 12 months of start date for the MA role)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations)
Preferred experience: 6+ months of medical assisting
One year of medical assistant healthcare experience preferred, not required
Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office preferred, not required
Completion of externship or clinical lab training preferred
Problem-solving, basic computer, communication, and interpersonal skills
Medical terminology knowledge
Ability to multitask and use standard office equipment
Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, and teams in a high-volume environment
Ability to travel to Mount Pleasant MOB, Roper MOB, West Ashley, and Summerville as needed
Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, bending, and manual dexterity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Incentives
Referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurance
Mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off
Parental and FMLA leave
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Professional development and continuing education support