Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Hematology Oncology Clinic - Macon Pond
Duke•Raleigh, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Duke Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for their Hematology Oncology Clinic in Macon Pond. This role is crucial in providing direct patient care and supporting the healthcare team in a fast-paced clinic environment. The CMA will perform both clinical and administrative duties to ensure smooth clinic operations and excellent patient experience. Duke Health is committed to advancing health together through compassionate care and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Requirements
- High school or GED graduation is required.
- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
- BLS required.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is strongly preferred.
- Previous clinic or ambulatory care experience strongly preferred.
- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting (for Level II).
- 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting (for Level III).
- Associate degree in Medical Assisting (provides 1 year of experience credit).
Responsibilities
- Assist medical and nursing staff in taking medical histories and recording 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, 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.
- 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.
- Perform other administrative duties as directed.
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
- Commitment Bonus ($7,500 for qualified candidates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
