Certified Medical Assistant: Frontline Patient Care Partner

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC, part of Duke University Health System, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to join the interdisciplinary clinical team. The CMA will perform routine patient care tasks and support nursing staff to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Responsibilities include taking histories, measuring vital signs, preparing patients for exams, basic lab work, medication administration as directed, and handling administrative duties such as scheduling and records.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA is preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• Ability to perform basic lab procedures and vital signs, and assist with exams as directed.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and record vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and assist with procedures.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and manage billing/records.
• Assist with charting and coordination of care.

Skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Documenting patient information

Team collaboration

Following instructions

Education

High school or GED

ACMA/CAAHEP/ABHES MA program preferred

MA certification preferred (AAMA/AMT/NHA-CCMA/NCMA/ARMA)

BLS certification

Job description

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC, part of Duke University Health System, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to join the interdisciplinary clinical team. The CMA will perform routine patient care tasks and support nursing staff to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Responsibilities include taking histories, measuring vital signs, preparing patients for exams, basic lab work, medication administration as directed, and handling administrative duties such as scheduling and records.