Lexington Medical Center
Location
Lexington County, South Carolina
Provides direct and indirect patient care under provider direction, including intake, documentation, and medication administration. Performs clinical scribe duties and manages administrative tasks such as scheduling and medical record maintenance in Epic EHR.
Requires a High School Diploma and completion of an accredited medical assisting program. Must hold an active Medical Assisting certification and a current BLS certification.
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent, and sucessful completion of at least one of the following: 1. A medical assisting education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or its successor, by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools or its successor, or by any accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education, and which must include courses or components in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, medical laboratory techniques, and clinical experience, provided the clinical experience component may be satisfied through an individual’s work experience with a health care employer;2. A Career and Technical Education Health Sciences Program approved by the South Carolina Department of Education;3. A medical assisting program provided by a branch of the United States military;4. A medical assisting United States Department of Labor-approved Registered Apprenticeship program; 5. A training program that is delivered, in whole or in part, by a health care employer that aligns to a nationally accredited certification exam. (Must be complete by no later than 90 days after start date in role)Minimum Years of Experience: None.Substitutable Education & Experience: None.Required Certifications/Licensure: Must currently hold and maintain an active certification or registry in Medical Assisting from a certifying body offering a certification program that is approved by the Board of Medical Examiners and the Board of Nursing and is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or other accreditation body recognized by the Board of Medical Examiners and the Board of Nursing; Current Basic Life Support certification (BLS) or must obtain within 90 days of hire date.Required Training: The basic LMC competency assessment for CMAs must be successfully completed within the initial probationary period or any extension thereof. Essential Functions Works in a cooperative manner that is consistent with LMC’s Service Expectations policy. Participates in activities related to patient care. Records patient data and observations relevant to patients needs and in accordance with credentials. Provides safety measures in accordance with office standards. Recognizes need for safety measures and takes appropriate action to prevent injury Demonstrates ability to provide a comfortable environment of care in accordance with office standards. Prepares patient for departure by reinforcing patient instructions and patient education Manages medications according to LMC policy, procedures and within scope of practice for credential. Enters pertinent information into Epic. Verifies that all information in the patient chart is correctly entered and associated; and initiates appropriate action when necessary (lab labels, lab requisition, visit summary, etc.). Schedules physician appointments, requests copies of the medical record (when indicated) and arrange for patient referral as requested. Demonstrates knowledge and effective use of medical terminology. Maintains established stock levels of clerical supplies. Restocks and /or orders supplies. Removes outdated forms or supplies.
Functions as a Clinical Scribe as needed: While functioning in the Scribe role the Clinical-Scribe must adhere to LMC’s policy and procedures for scribes. Abides by LMC’s Code of Conduct, accepts work assignments readily, and adheres to dress code and maintains personal hygiene and cleanliness appropriate to contact with patients, visitors and coworkers, supports and participates actively in change processes/performance improvement activities by willingly adopting new methods. Uses time and supplies/equipment in an efficient and effective manner. Demonstrates ability to coordinate multiple tasks. Completes assigned tasks within specified time frame. Prioritizes workload to best meet both patient and provider needs. Appropriately accounts for supplies and equipment. Restocks rooms with supplies needed for patient care. Identifies product needs and reports to the appropriate person. Assists in performing and documenting environmental checks as required by LMC policy and regulatory agencies. Willing to orient and train new employees as asked. Effectively uses electronic, verbal, non-verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a clear and concise manner to ensure appropriate understanding and response and demonstrates open communication with co-workers. Maintains required certifications, completes yearly safety training and mandatory classes and clinical competencies assessments, and complies with annual employee health requirements. Performs all other duties as assigned.
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