Certified Medical Assistant II

Millennium Physician Group•Durham, NC

6d•$20 - $30

About The Position

Millennium Physician Group is hiring a Medical Assistant to provide compassionate clinical and administrative support to physicians, hospitalists, and other healthcare professionals in outpatient and hospital-based settings. The role supports efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, coordinated care, and high-quality patient service while following clinical guidelines, provider supervision standards, and organizational policies. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights or weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a physician's office, clinic, or hospital setting.
Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Athena, Cerner, or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certification or registration through AAMA, AMT, NHA, or equivalent.
Skill in obtaining and documenting vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, SpO₂, height, and weight.
Proficiency in administering EKGs and other routine diagnostic procedures as directed by a provider.
Knowledge of infection control, universal precautions, and sterile technique.
Competence assisting with minor procedures, patient preparation, and clinical room setup.
Proficiency in medical terminology, accurate documentation, and appointment scheduling.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
Certification in EKG or phlebotomy procedures through an approved program.
Prior exposure to multispecialty or hospital-based environments.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient intakes, obtain vital signs, record medical histories, and review medication and allergy information.
Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, wound care, and diagnostic testing while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Perform EKGs, immunizations, and specimen collection according to policy and competency standards.
Prepare, label, and process laboratory samples and point-of-care tests accurately.
Maintain infection-control and safety protocols and ensure equipment calibration across clinical areas.
Support providers with patient triage, care coordination, and transitions across clinical settings.
Educate patients about medications, treatment plans, chronic condition management, and preventive care.
Document clinical data, provider instructions, and patient updates accurately in the electronic health record.
Schedule, confirm, and track appointments, referrals, authorizations, and test results to support timely care.
Verify insurance coverage and assist with prior authorizations, billing, and coding as needed.
Monitor inventory and prepare examination or procedure rooms with required supplies and equipment.
Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety drills.
Facilitate communication among patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient-centered care.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and other compliance standards.
Provide compassionate, culturally competent care with sensitivity to diverse patient populations.
Demonstrate excellent guest service to patients and internal team members.
Perform other related duties as assigned.