Medical Assistant

UNC Health Blue Ridge; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Generous tuition assistance

Job summary

UNC Health Blue Ridge seeks an outstanding Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse or Paramedic to join our team. You will assist in patient examination and treatment, handle administrative tasks, and support scheduling and documentation with a focus on compassionate, organized care.

A competitive benefits package and generous tuition assistance are provided. Certification timelines apply; ABR-OE may be required within 90 days for some employees.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Office Assistant Program, Clinical Medical Assistant Program, Registered Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician Program.
• Current certification as a CMA, CCMA, RMA, EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic.
• Current employees without the above credentials are able and required to hold an ABR-OE designation within the first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Assist with patient scheduling, documentation, and interaction.

Skills

Patient care

Compassionate care

Communication

Education

Medical Office/Clinical Assistant program

CMA/CCMA/RMA/EMT certificates (or ABR-OE within 90 days)

Job description

Blue Ridge HealthCare Hospitals - Morganton

Full Time

1st Shift

Monday - Friday

THE ORGANIZATION

At UNC Health Blue Ridge, we live our mission by enhancing the lives of every patient and resident we serve. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to provide an environment where they can thrive.

You’ll love working with us because:

• We are a teaching hospital
• We work together to ensure our patients receive outstanding, holistic care
• Your expertise and ideas are valued
• Your health and well-being matter
• And much more

This position is eligible for a $5,000.00 Sign-On Bonus! “I love working atUNCHealth Blue Ridge because I know I am seen and valued. I know this is where I belong and that allows me to give my very best to my patients and their families .”

THE POSITION

We are looking for an outstanding Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse or Paramedic to join our team! As a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse or Paramedic, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients. You will assist in the examination and treatment of patients, perform administrative and clerical duties, and help maintain a safe and clean environment. You will also assist with patient scheduling, patient documentation, and patient interaction. If you are a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented professional with a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you! Completion of an accredited Medical Office Assistant Program, Clinical Medical Assistant Program, Registered Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician Program, current certification as a CMA, CCMA, RMA, EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic.Current employees without the above credentials are able and required to hold an ABR-OE designation. All certificates are required within the first 90 days.

• Competitive benefits package
• Generous tuition assistance program

THE LOCATION

You’ll love living here.

• Abundance ofrecreational activitiesin our backyard
• Excellent public schools
• High-quality health care
• Lowercost of living
• Moderate climate
• Proximity to scenic attractions
• Higher education facilities located nearby
• Short drive to key cities such as Asheville, Charlotte, and Winston-Salem

Additional Information:

JOIN US

Work with a team that will appreciate your professional knowledge and day-to-day contributions. With more than 1,800 employees, we recognize that you are an essential part of our work team and community, and we value you. We are friends and neighbors taking care of friends and neighbors.

UNC Health Blue Ridge is a not-for-profit community healthcare system providing advanced healthcare from more than 35 locations across a three-county region of Western North Carolina. The services include a 315-bed acute care hospital located on two campuses (Morganton and Valdese), multiple physician practices, urgent and express care locations, and Grace Ridge Retirement Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UNC Health Blue Ridge is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.