Medical Assist I, Certified - UNC Health Primary Care at Oberlin

UNC Health Care Systems•Raleigh, NC

43d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

UNC Health Primary Care at Oberlin Why Join Us? UNC Health Primary Care at Oberlin At UNC Health Primary Care at Oberlin, we're committed to building a trusting and long-term partnership with patients of all ages. Our team of dedicated providers takes the time to listen and collaborate with you-focusing not only on current health concerns but also on long-term wellness goals. We're here to support your health journey every step of the way. Schedule Expectations & Location: Address: 219 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605 Monday-Friday 7:00am-5pm No Weekends No Holidays Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Medical Assistant I, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other health care team members in an outpatient clinic setting. The Medical Assistant I, Certified works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor for non-clinical responsibilities.

Requirements

None required as long as other position qualifications are met.
Requires Medical Assistant certification by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Health Career Association (CCMA), National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA).
Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined above.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to engage positively with patients and families and to work as a team with staff and providers.
Ability to use a computer to document required information into the electronic medical record.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accreditation Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferred but not required.
Prior medical assistant or medical assistant externship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs rooming and/or intake process, collecting and data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patient's reason for visit.
Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.
Reviews patient's current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy.
Assists the provider as directed, during treatments, examinations and procedures.
Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy.
Administers medications under the direction of a provider.
Performs tests, for examples EKG, eye exams, under the direction of a provider.
Reviews the patient record to determine whether patient requires any routine health screenings.
Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure.
Provides patient with after-visit, follow-up, self-care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed.
Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Assists with patient registration, check in/check out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals.
Answers clinic telephone and assists in-basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.
Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.