Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Wound Clinic

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Duke University Health System's Wound Management Treatment Center Clinic 3J is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. This position is eligible for a Commitment Bonus of $7500. The Duke Wound Management Clinic takes a collaborative approach to our patients' health to ensure their experience has the most optimal outcome possible. Our team consists of physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. We provide pre and post-procedure appointments for Chronic Wounds Care which consist of pressure ulcers, non-healing surgical wounds, trauma wounds, wounds associated with slow blood flow to lower extremities. Reconstructive plastic surgery including abdominal hernia repair, body contouring, excess skin removal and cosmetic surgery, breast reconstruction, hand injuries, cast applications, removal of minor blemishes, and more! If you are interested and eager to learn, we want you to join our team! The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The CMA performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice, they assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS required.
• Good customer service skills.
• Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions generally acquired through a high school education and medical assistant programming.
• Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
• Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
• Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
• Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting.
• Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Age specific competencies.
• Daily clinic preparation process; registration, scheduling, charge posting, order entry.
• Able to document and communicate pertinent information
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff
• Typing skills
• Medical terminology

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred.
• Must have at least 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting. (Level II)
• Must have at least 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting. (Level III)
• 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree in Medical Assisting.
• Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively (Levels II and III)

Responsibilities

• 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
• Assist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including:
• Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients
• Preparing patients for examinations and procedures
• Assisting the physician during the examination and procedures
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
• Perform basic laboratory tests on the premises
• Dispose of contaminated supplies
• Sterilize medical instruments
• Promote patient/family understanding of the educational content and his/her involvement in the plan of care, and 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

• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
• Commitment Bonus of $7500

What This Job Offers

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