Certified Medical Assistant - Float Pool

Duke University • Mooresville, 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. Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital, located in Mooresville, North Carolina, is a 123-bed acute-care hospital that has been serving the greater Lake Norman area, Iredell County, and surrounding communities since 1926. The facility offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties. This position offers a Commitment Bonus of $7,500.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Level II: 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
• Level III: 2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
• Level IV: 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS required.

Nice To Haves

• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretchers and wheelchair patients may be required.
• Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.
• Typing skills and medical terminology.
• Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.

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.
• Take medical histories and record vital signs.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and prepare them for examinations and procedures.
• Assist medical and nursing staff during examinations and procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform basic laboratory tests in the clinic/office.
• Take electrocardiograms, remove sutures/staples, and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
• Promote patient/family understanding of the educational content and their involvement in the plan of care.
• Document in the patient record.
• Dispose of contaminated supplies and process instruments.
• Perform high-level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments.
• Telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy and prepare/administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Authorize drug refills as directed.
• Greet patients, answer telephones, and schedule appointments.
• Checkout patients and arrange for hospital admissions and laboratory services.
• Update and file patient medical records and fill out insurance forms.
• Handle billing and bookkeeping, including receiving copays and collections on account balances.
• Order clinical and clerical supplies and forms.
• Participate in clinic committees and activities as requested.

Benefits

• $7,500 Commitment Bonus

What This Job Offers

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