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Certified Medical Assistant

Lowcountry Oncology Associates·North Charleston, South Carolina

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 29 days ago
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About the role

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for gathering patient screening data, obtaining vitals, and performing laboratory work including venipuncture. They also coordinate patient appointments, maintain medical records, and assist providers to ensure high-quality cancer care.

Lowcountry Oncology Associates mission is delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community and by oncologist who in live in our community.

Why Join Us? Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve.

Job Description

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for gathering and documenting patient screening data, obtaining vitals, preparing charts, drawing labs, maintaining their area, assisting providers, and other various activities needed to ensure patient care is prioritized. This role provides patients with safe, quality care throughout their treatment and disease process.

Responsibilities

  • Obtains missing medical records, lab, pathology, and x-ray reports from previous visit before next physician visit.
  • Escorts patients to triage, infusion or physician exam area.
  • Ensures pre-exam labs are obtained according to lab protocols.
  • Obtains vital signs and weight. Records height on initial visit and annually.
  • Assists with renewing prescriptions.
  • Verifies necessary information and records in the medical record.
  • Prepares patient for exam, depending on patient and clinical condition.
  • Tracks patient through entry to next point of service.
  • Coordinates patient appointments, relaying necessary messages to staff.
  • Maintains and updates current information on physician’s schedules ensuring that patients are scheduled properly, and appointments are confirmed.
  • Answers questions regarding patient appointments and testing.
  • Charts records as needed for communication.
  • Completes billing events before end of shift accurately and timely.
  • Administer injections to patients, under the direction of a nurse or provider. The CMA must ensure that a nurse or provider has assessed the patient and given direct instruction prior to the administration of shots.
  • Performs laboratory work and draws specimens per physician order using venipuncture or fingerstick technique
  • Tests specimens for hematology, urinalysis, and processes all laboratory specimens.
  • Performs data entry of point of care labs after physician reviews.
  • Reviews registration sheet with new patients to ensure completion of history. Enter medications in EMR/chart. Reviews allergies and enters allergies in EMR/chart.
  • Complies with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to the clinical laboratory.
  • Complete daily checklists/OSHA checklists
  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned to help drive our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community, and by oncologists who live in our community.
  • Qualifications/Competencies
  • High school or equivalent.
  • Three (3) years of medical experience.
  • Certified Medical Assistant.
  • Knowledge of health care field and medical specialty.
  • Knowledge of specific assistance tasks related to a particular medical specialty.
  • Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may change as the needs for practice evolve.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Certified Medical Assistant with at least three years of medical experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required along with knowledge of medical specialty tasks and patient communication.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • EMR Documentation
  • Phlebotomy
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Medical Charting
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Screening
  • Patient Coordination
  • Injection Administration
  • Laboratory Specimen Processing
  • Prescription Renewal Assistance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Locations
North Charleston, South Carolina; Summerville, South Carolina; Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; Charleston, South Carolina
Posted
Jun 29, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Lowcountry Oncology Associates

Caring for each patient like family by bringing the highest quality and most compassionate cancer care to the Lowcountry.

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Certified Medical Assistant demand in South Carolina

Certified Medical Assistant roles in South Carolina are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and other patient-facing settings that need dependable support for rooming, vitals, documentation, and coordination. Competition often centers on certification, strong communication, and comfort with medical office systems, since employers typically prefer candidates who can work efficiently with patients and staff. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, and confirm any preferred experience before applying.

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