Medical Assistant

Tidelands Health

. Accompany patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeMurrells Inlet • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care, including performing vital signs, administering medications, and conducting EKGs while adhering to HIPAA and OSHA standards. Proficient in managing patient documentation and coordinating healthcare services effectively.

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Certified Clinical Medical AssistantBasic Life Support CertificationPatient EducationVital Signs DocumentationEMR Module Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Vital SignsEKGsMedication AdministrationBlood DrawPatient SchedulingPatient RegistrationComplex ProceduresDocumentationOSHA ComplianceHIPAA Compliance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailIndependent WorkPatient InteractionTeam SupportCommunication

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsMedical InstrumentsOffice Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Clinical Medical AssistantBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePatient CareClinical SupportCustomer-Facing ExperienceBiohazard Waste Disposal

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accompany patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations
Perform and document vital signs
Assist with procedures
Prepare and administer medications with physician authorization
Perform EKGs
Use CPR skills when required
Draw blood
Provide patient education regarding office policies, medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets
Stock exam rooms, clean rooms and instruments, and dispose of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards
Maintain accurate, legal, and ethical documentation
Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations
Perform complex and specialized procedures across multiple EMR modules/platforms
Coordinate multiple resources for patient services
Perform prior authorization, referrals, good faith estimates, and/or payment collections
Support medical and nursing staff and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
At least three (3) years of related customer-facing healthcare experience, including at least one (1) year scheduling or preregistering patients required
Computer knowledge required
Ability to interact with patients, families/visitors, clinical staff, and providers
Ability to work accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
One required certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (National Healthcareer Association), Medical Assistant (American Medical Technologist), National Certified Medical Assistant (National Center for Competency Testing), or Certified Medical Assistant (American Association of Medical Assistants)
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire; recertification every two years required
Light physical demand