Certified Medical Assistant - GI Clinic (Durham) | $7,500 Sign-On

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

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Duke GI Clinic of Durham. You will provide direct and indirect patient care as part of a caring health team.

Responsibilities include taking histories, vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting clinicians, performing basic lab duties, EKGs, and handling administrative tasks. A strong emphasis on patient education and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a medical assistant program strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical responsibilities: take medical histories and record vital signs, explain procedures, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Admin responsibilities: greet patients, schedule appointments, handle billing and charting.
• May liaison for clinic activities and committees.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical history taking

EKG

Phlebotomy

Patient education

Administrative duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program (CAAHEP/ABHES preferred)

AAMA/AMT/NHA-CCMA/NCMA/ARMA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the Duke GI Clinic of Durham. You will provide direct and indirect patient care as part of a caring health team.

Responsibilities include taking histories, vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting clinicians, performing basic lab duties, EKGs, and handling administrative tasks. A strong emphasis on patient education and safety.