Medical Assistant, Certified - Duke Perinatal of Cary (Commitment Bonus Eligible)
Duke University Health System
Application
Details
Posted: 18-Aug-24
Location: Cary, North Carolina
Salary: Open
Categories:
Allied Health
Internal Number: 245511
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.
$7,500 Commitment Bonus| Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (received at 6 months and 12 months).
**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the commitment bonus.**
JOB LOCATION
Duke Perinatal of Cary - 600 New Waverly Pl, Cary, NC
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking aMedical Assistant, Certifiedto be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients at the Duke Perinatal Clinic in Cary, NC. The schedule for this position is 8:00am-4:30pm (or until last patient leaves) with no weekends or holidays. This position allows the unique opportunity to get to know patients during their prenatal period and for continuous learning as the patients have a variety of health conditions. Professional development opportunities include advancing on the CMA clinical ladder and participating in clinic committees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative duties may include but not limited to the following:
Answer telephones
Greet patients
Update and file patient medical records
Complete FMLA forms for patients as directed
Complete insurance forms
Handle correspondence
Schedule appointments
Arrange for hospital admissions
Arrange for laboratory services
Perform other administrative duties as directed
Clinical Duties may include but not limited to the following
Assist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including:
Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
Preparing patients for examinations 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 his/her 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
Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician
Be present on site for 8 hour shifts during standard clinic hours and be able to work overtime as needed to complete patient care
Participates in performance improvement projects and/or clinic committees and assists in Joint Commission preparedness
Participate in group activities requiring interpersonal skills and cooperation
Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time, and be continually aware of variations in changing situations
Maintain a pleasant attitude despite the demands/stressors of the day
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant programaccredited 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. Please specify on resume which certification you have, certification number, and expiration date.
BLS required
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.
As a world-class academic and health care system, Duke Health strives to transform medicine and health locally and globally through innovative scientific research, rapid translation of breakthrough discoveries, educating future clinical and scientific leaders, advocating and practicing evidence-based medicine to improve community health, and leading efforts to eliminate health inequalities.