Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Hematology Oncology Clinic - Cary
About The Position
Duke Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for their Hematology Oncology Clinic in Cary, NC. This role is integral to the healthcare team, providing direct patient care and supporting medical and nursing staff. The CMA will perform both clinical and administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic and assist in patient examinations and treatments. Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital, offers a comprehensive range of services, including cancer care. Duke Health is a Magnet-designated organization and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
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.
Responsibilities
- Assist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including taking medical histories and recording vital signs.
- Explain treatment procedures to patients.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
- Assist 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 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)
- $7,500 Commitment Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
