Certified Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Admin Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified to support the interdisciplinary healthcare team with direct patient care and essential clinic operations.

The CMA will perform routine administrative and clinical tasks, including taking histories, recording vitals, assisting with examinations, and maintaining accurate patient records. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within a busy health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification as CMA/RMA/NCMA or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Good customer service and communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and record vital signs; explain procedures to patients.
• Assist physicians and nurses during examinations and procedures; prepare patients for exams.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks, specimen handling, and administrative duties to support clinic operations.
• Document in patient records, schedule appointments, and coordinate referrals and tests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Typing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/RMA/NCMA)

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified to support the interdisciplinary healthcare team with direct patient care and essential clinic operations.

The CMA will perform routine administrative and clinical tasks, including taking histories, recording vitals, assisting with examinations, and maintaining accurate patient records. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork within a busy health system.