Medical Assistant, Certified - Medicine Specialties of Brier Creek (Rheumatology)

Duke University • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose. We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified in our Brier Creek Rheumatology Clinic located in Brier Creek, Raleigh, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients. We are a busy fast paced clinic.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients to include vital signs, visit information, and other clinical information as indicated.
• Perform telephone message taking with patients, document encounter, follow protocols established by clinic leadership, and inform provider.
• Administer medications to patients as ordered by providers or by established protocols following the six rights of medication administration.
• Participates in performance improvement projects.
• Float in clinic to cover patient and provider needs as delegated by nurse manager, health center administrator, charge nurse, or nurse team lead.

Benefits

• $7,500 Commitment Bonus paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (received at 6 months and 12 months).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED