CMA -Ambulatory Clinics - Float

Duke University • Mooresville, NC

97d

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 offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties. 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, assisting medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensuring the clinic/office runs smoothly.

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.

Responsibilities

• Takes medical histories and records vital signs.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients and prepares them for examinations and procedures.
• Assists medical and nursing staff during examinations and procedures.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
• Performs basic laboratory tests in the clinic/office.
• Takes electrocardiograms and removes sutures/staples.
• Changes sterile and non-sterile dressings.
• Promotes patient/family understanding of the educational content and their involvement in the plan of care.
• Documents in the patient record.
• Disposes of contaminated supplies and processes instruments.
• Performs high-level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments.
• Telephones prescriptions to a pharmacy and prepares/administers medications as directed by a physician.
• Authorizes drug refills as directed.
• Greets patients and answers telephones.
• Schedules appointments and checks out patients.
• Arranges for hospital admissions and laboratory services.
• Updates and files patient medical records.
• Fills out insurance forms and handles billing.
• Orders clinical and clerical supplies and forms.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
• Commitment Bonus of $7,500

What This Job Offers

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