Certified Medical Assistant - Neurology

Duke University Health System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for its Raleigh clinic. The role involves providing direct and indirect patient care, performing intake, administering medications, and assisting with clinical procedures. Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to compassionate care.

Benefits

$7,500 Commitment Bonus

Qualifications

• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients including vital signs and visit information.
• Administer medications as ordered by providers.
• Assist providers with procedures such as skin biopsies.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Health Integrated Practice

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Integrated Practice, which comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina.

$7,500 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates!

JOB LOCATION

Duke Neurology of Raleigh - 3480 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified in our Duke Neurosciences of Raleigh clinic located in Raleigh, to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position will float between the three clinics in our center: Duke Neurology of Raleigh, Duke Neurosurgery of Raleigh, and Duke Spine and Pain Management of Raleigh as needed for coverage and support.

• Perform intake with patients to include vital signs, visit information, and other clinical information as indicated.

• Perform telephone message taking with patients, document encounter, follow protocols established by clinic leadership, and inform provider.

• Administer medications to patients as ordered by providers or by established protocols following the six rights of medication administration.

• Assists providers with procedures such as skin biopsies.

• Participates in performance improvement projects.

• Performs tasks such as set up for clinical procedures or other miscellaneous appropriate tasks within scope of practice.

• Attain prior authorizations for medications and durable medical equipment as indicated.

• Float in clinic to cover patient and provider needs as delegated by nurse manager, health center administrator, charge nurse, or nurse team lead.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant programaccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. Please specify on resume which certification you have, certification number, and expiration date.
• BLS required

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.