Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Hospital Based Clinics - Float Pool

Duke University • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. The Staffing Pool at Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a Certified Medical Assistant for its hospital based clinics, who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together! This position offers Commitment Bonus of $7,500.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation is required.
• Level II requires at least 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
• Level III requires at least 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice.
• Assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients.
• Ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.
• Answer telephones.
• Greet patients.
• Update and file patient medical records.
• Fill out insurance forms.
• Handle correspondence.
• Schedule appointments.
• Arrange for hospital admissions.
• Arrange for laboratory services.
• Handle billing and bookkeeping.
• Take medical histories and record vital signs.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Assist the physician during examinations and procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform basic laboratory tests on the premises.
• Dispose of contaminated supplies and sterilize medical instruments.
• Promote patient/family understanding of the educational content and their involvement in the plan of care.
• Document in patient record.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Authorize drug refills as directed.
• Telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy.
• Draw blood.
• Prepare patients for x-rays, tests, and procedures.
• Take electrocardiograms.
• Remove sutures/staples.
• Change sterile and non-sterile dressings.

Benefits

• Commitment Bonus of $7,500

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED