Certified Medical Assistant - Orthopaedics

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join their NC Orthopaedic Clinic in Durham. This role is vital in providing direct and indirect patient care, ensuring the highest standards of clinical support. Responsibilities include patient intake, medication administration, and participation in performance improvement projects. The position offers a nurturing work atmosphere, competitive compensation, and a $7,500 Commitment Bonus for eligible new hires. Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and diversity, making a significant impact on patient care and community health.

Benefits

$7,500 Commitment Bonus

Competitive Compensation

Nurturing Work Atmosphere

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is strongly preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients, including vital signs and clinical information.
• Administer medications and participate in performance improvement projects.
• Float in clinic to cover patient and provider needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Clinical Documentation

Education

Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program

High school or GED graduation

Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA

BLS Certification

Job description

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us

JOB LOCATION:

NC Orthopaedic Clinic - 3609 SW Durham Dr

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified in our NC Orthopaedic Clinic located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

$7,500 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (6 months and 12 months).

Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the Commitment bonus.

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.
• Participate in performance improvement projects.
• Perform tasks such as set up for clinical procedures, high level disinfection & sterilization 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 program accredited 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.
• BLS required.
• Level I -- No experience required.
• Level II -- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Job Code: 00004261 MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CERTIFIED
Job Level: C2

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.