Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Duke University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant at Duke Children’s Primary Care Brier Creek clinic in Raleigh. This role involves providing direct and indirect patient care, performing intake procedures, and assisting healthcare providers, along with a competitive salary and a commitment bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients including vital signs and clinical information.
• Administer medications as ordered by providers.
• Assist providers with procedures and obtain prior authorizations.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs

Medication Administration

Documentation

Communication

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.

AboutDuke 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 Childrens of Brier Creek - 10211 Alm St, Raleigh, NC

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified at our Duke Children’s Primary Care Brier Creek clinic located in Raleigh to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients. The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, one 4 hour Saturday shift every 8-10 weeks, and no holidays.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 Nexplanon insertions.
• Participates in performance improvement projects.
• 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 tam 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

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