Medical Assistant

Position Summary:
The OB/GYN Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) will support nursing staff and providers in the OB/GYN provision of patient care; to include recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and assisting with procedures and documentation as required. Phlebotomy skills are required as well as basic word processing and computers skills.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Uses good judgment when providing patient care.
• Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information to assure patient rights are protected.
• Observes courtesy standards through use of verbal amenities, pleasant facial and body expressions and pleasant voice tone when in contact with co-workers, providers, patients and visitors.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to patients and co-workers.
• Works effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Maintains composure when confronted with job stress or emergency situations.
• Adapts well to change in the work place.
• Consistent and concise lines of authority and responsibility are maintained.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients, staff and department information at all times.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess typing skills and general computer experience.
• Must be knowledgeable of medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Education & Experience:

• Must have a certificate or an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited Medical Assisting Program in the State of South Carolina
• OB/GYN experience required
• Individuals who are bilingual/bicultural are encouraged to apply

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work.

**Cooperative Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cooperative Health complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.