Certified Medical Assistant-Case Management

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

Job summary

UNC Health Nash is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to join Nash UNC Health Care in Rocky Mount, NC. You will assist nurses and physicians with procedures, perform general office duties, and connect patients with resources to maintain health and wellbeing.

This full-time, onsite role offers a day schedule (40 hours/week). Ideal candidates hold CMA and BLS certifications (or eligible) and complete the Community Health Worker credential within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of NC Standard Core Competency training for Community Health Workers within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and BLS certifications, with CHW certification within 6 months of hire.
• 2 years of experience in healthcare/medical setting as CMA/CTM.

Responsibilities

• Plans schedule and organizes patient care; assists nurses and physicians with procedures.
• Performs general office duties; connects patients with resources to maintain health and wellbeing.
• Displays professional manner; prioritizes tasks; communicates with patients empathetically.
• Maintains medical records, examination and treatment areas; manages supplies and scheduling.
• Dictates telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy; coordinates referrals and follow-ups.
• Applies aseptic techniques and infection control; sources patient history and vital signs.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of NC Standard Core Competency training for Community Health Workers within 6 months of hire

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary:

Plans schedule and organizes patient care in mobile clinic setting. Assist nurses and physicians with procedures. Performs general office duties. Connects patients with resources to maintain health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

1. Displays a professional manner and image. Demonstrates initiative and responsibility. Works as a member of the health care team. Prioritize and performs multiple tasks. Treats all patients with compassion and empathy. Adapts communications to individual's ability to understand.
2. Supports existing health services; provides integrated health services in partnership with other health professionals; extends access to health services delivery in underserved and general populations, including primary care, public health, disease management, prevention and wellness, mental health, and dental health; and performs other duties as required.
3. Uses professional telephone techniques. Practices institutions attendance policies. Makes every attempt to work as requested during unusual circumstances or natural disasters.
4. Prepare and maintain medical records. Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas. Perform inventory of supplies and equipment. Independently schedules appointments. Files daily medical charts.
5. Accurately dictates telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy. Coordinates patients' referrals and follow-up visits per physicians' instructions. Assists physicians with receiving any further needed patient records. Identifies potential changes/needs in physician's schedule.
6. Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control. Collects and processes specimens. Obtains patient history and vital signs. Setup/clean patient rooms. Prepare patient for examination, procedures, and treatments. Coordinate patient care information with other health care providers. Documents according to policy.

Other information:

Education Requirements:

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of NC Standard Core Competency training for Community Health Workers within 6 months of hire

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• Certified Medical Assistant
• BLS
• Community Health Worker Certification within 6 months of hire

Professional Experience Requirements:

• 2 years in the Healthcare/Medical - Certified Medical Technician (CMT)

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Nash Access Center

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.