Certified Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (7.5K Bonus)

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health in Wake Forest, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join Duke Orthopaedics Heritage. The role blends clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and patient care. The clinic location is 3000 Rogers Rd, Wake Forest, NC.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking histories, charting, preparing exam rooms, and coordinating referrals, with certification and BLS required. Prior clinic experience is preferred to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• 1 year prior experience in a clinic setting preferred
• BLS required

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take histories, chart patient information.
• Prepare exam rooms, assist with patient care, and coordinate referrals.
• Handle clerical duties: scheduling, forms, and charting updates.
• Ensure a clean, safe clinical environment and maintain supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative tasks

Communication

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES Medical Assistant program

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/BLS certified

Job description

Duke Health in Wake Forest, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join Duke Orthopaedics Heritage. The role blends clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and patient care. The clinic location is 3000 Rogers Rd, Wake Forest, NC.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking histories, charting, preparing exam rooms, and coordinating referrals, with certification and BLS required. Prior clinic experience is preferred to ensure smooth operations.