Certified Medical Assistant - Asthma & Allergy, Durham

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Duke Asthma, Allergy, and Airway Center in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join its healthcare team. The qualified candidate will provide direct and indirect patient care, support physicians and nurses, perform phlebotomy, prepare medications, and manage patient flow in a fast-paced clinic.

Required credentials include a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited MA program (Level I/II preferred), high school diploma, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Level II requires 1 year of MA clinical experience.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and record vitals.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Perform phlebotomy and manage lab supply orders.
• Telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy.
• Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.

Skills

Clinical experience

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA certification (CAAHEP/ABHES preferred)

BLS certification

MA certification (AAMA/AMT/NCMA/ARMA)

Job description

The Duke Asthma, Allergy, and Airway Center in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join its healthcare team. The qualified candidate will provide direct and indirect patient care, support physicians and nurses, perform phlebotomy, prepare medications, and manage patient flow in a fast-paced clinic.

Required credentials include a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited MA program (Level I/II preferred), high school diploma, and current BLS certification.