Registered Medical Assistant Jobs in South Carolina

A Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) plays a crucial role in the nursing industry by performing both administrative and clinical tasks. They are responsible for duties such as scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, updating patient records, drawing blood, administering medications, and assisting physicians during patient examinations. RMAs often serve as a crucial link between patients and doctors, ensuring that the flow of information is smooth, timely, and accurate. They are usually the first point of contact for patients and greatly contribute to creating a positive environment in healthcare settings.

Essential skills for a Registered Medical Assistant include strong communication abilities, attention to detail, technical competence, and good interpersonal skills. They must be certified by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) and should ideally have high school diploma or equivalent. Prior to becoming a Registered Medical Assistant, an individual could have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomist, or Medical Secretary. These positions can provide valuable experience in healthcare settings, patient care, and medical terminology, serving as stepping stones towards the RMA role.

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Daily tasks including rooming patients, triage phone calls, and assisting in coordination of patient care. Medical Assistant: High School Diploma or GED required....

Medical Assistant (Non-Certified) II

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 15 hours ago

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** + Rooming patients and performing data collections, vitals, EMR input + Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing patient charts prior to appointment with recent test results...

Medical Assistant Atrium Health Fort Mill Orthopedic Urgent Care FT

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 1 day ago

specialty and appropriate competencies such as but not limited to removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy - butterfly, venous heel stick, EKG, spirometry...

Medical Assistant (MA)-Urgent Care-Seneca

  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Seneca, SC
  • 1 day ago

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and...

X-Ray Tech - Medical Assistant

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 2 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. New Hires may receive UP TO $3,500 Sign-On Bonus! Introduction Seeking a Limited Practice Radiographer/Medical Assistant like you who provides...

Medical Assistant

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 2 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Medical Assistant you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Tri County Surgical...

Medical Office Assistant

  • Beaufort, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC
  • 2 days ago

Insight Global is looking for Medical Office Assistants to join a Vascular Surgery clinic in Beaufort, SC for a major health organization in the state. This person will be responsible for...

Medical Assistant Bridge Year - Fort Mill, SC

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago

Full Year Job Opportunity with America's Largest Dermatology Practice This experience will be available in multiple states to include FL, SC, GA, PA, MI, CO, NV, AZ, MD, and VA. Seeking Highly...

Allergy Technician - RMA/CCMA REQUIRED

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

SENTA Partners is a leading management services organization specializing in providing comprehensive support to ENT and Allergy private practices across the southern and southeastern United...

Medical Assistant

  • Anderson, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Anderson, SC
  • 3 days ago

Medical Assistant Prisma Health UC by Wellstreet, LLC Anderson, SC 29621 Prisma Health Urgent Care - Delivering Quality Care with Purpose Are you a passionate Medical Assistant looking for a...

Connect Care Medical Assistant- PRN

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Administers screening tests to patients (e.g., visual tests, audiology, spirometry, EKGs) within practice type. Assists provider with examinations, procedures, treatments, and interventions....

Medical Office Assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA or MOA)

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago

Other Requirements: Current documentation of a national certification for the registered medical assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or for the certified assistant through...

Medical Assistant Atrium Health Rock Hill Orthopedic Services FT

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago

Department: 02408 GCMG Ortho COSA: Rock Hill - Surgery: Orthopedics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekdays; This position is...

Medical Assistant

  • Hilton Head, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Hilton Head, SC
  • 5 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Medical Assistant you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Memorial Health -...

Daily tasks including rooming patients, triage phone calls, and assisting in coordination of patient care. Medical Assistant: High School Diploma or GED required....

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Salary for Registered Medical Assistant Jobs in South Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Registered Medical Assistants in South Carolina offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.7%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
High School or GED
18.0%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Registered Medical Assistants in South Carolina
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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