Cardiology CMA: Onsite Patient Care Specialist

UNC Health; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to interview patients, obtain history, perform vital signs, and assist with procedures in a clinic setting. You will collect specimens, document in the EMR, and ensure infection control and safe clinical operations.

The role requires active CMA certification and BLS, with ability to lift supplies and move within the clinic. This is a full-time onsite position at Pardee UNC Health Care's Cardiology Brevard unit.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Medical Assistant certification (CCMA, CMA, RMA, NCMA, ARMA).
• Must hold current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to lift supplies and navigate a clinical area regularly.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients to collect and document history of present illness (HPI), medication reconciliation, history of allergies.
• Performs vital sign measurement and any standard testing per clinic procedures
• Coordinates and performs follow-on procedures as directed by a provider, including onsite testing, specimen collection, and wound care.
• Assists with provider-performed procedures such as suture application or splints
• Communicates with patients in a timely and effective manner regarding their care. Notifies patients of test and lab results.
• Documents care into electronic medical recordkeeping system (EMR). Ensures completion of necessary documentation and forms.
• Collects and prepares testing specimens as needed for transport to offsite laboratory.
• Maintains and monitors consumable supplies and medications for effective ongoing clinical operations.
• Promotes a safe, clean and secure clinical environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and infection control.

Skills

CMA certification

BLS certification

Physical stamina

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to interview patients, obtain history, perform vital signs, and assist with procedures in a clinic setting. You will collect specimens, document in the EMR, and ensure infection control and safe clinical operations.

The role requires active CMA certification and BLS, with ability to lift supplies and move within the clinic. This is a full-time onsite position at Pardee UNC Health Care's Cardiology Brevard unit.