CMA Jobs in Sumter, SC

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing both clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare professionals. They perform a wide range of tasks including recording patient history, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, administering medications, and ensuring the cleanliness of examination rooms. In addition, they handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. For this reason, they are indispensable in ensuring the smooth running of healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics.

To become a CMA, one must have graduated from an accredited medical assisting program, passed the CMA Certification Examination, and maintain their certification with continuing education. Important skills for a CMA include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of medical terminology. Prior to becoming a CMA, an individual might have roles such as a medical secretary, a nursing assistant, or a phlebotomist; these positions provide valuable experience in both the administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare.

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Certified Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

  • Tandem Health
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 1 day ago

Credentialed through one of the following certification entities required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant...

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Certified Medical Assistant - Colonial Healthcare

  • UnitedHealth Group Inc.
  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago

pressure, weight, and temperature; and reporting patient history summary Saves doctors' time by helping with office procedures Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence and keeping...

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Annual Wellness Visit Coordinator CMA - Colonial Healthcare

  • United Health Group
  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Opportunities with Colonial Healthcare, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join our team and advance your career within a leading primary care and specialty medical practice that prides...

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • Sandhills Medical Foundation, Inc.
  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Medical Assistant (CMA) credentials (we won't ask for a cape but we love superheroes) A flexible, upbeat, can-do attitude Strong clinical skills backed by people-first energy Experience with EMRs and...

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Sumter, SC

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Sumter, SC offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
23.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
High School or GED
16.4%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CMAs in Sumter, SC
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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