Medical Assistant II Certified - NCHV Cary

experiencedAlliedHealth; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

NC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant II, Certified to provide routine clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. The role operates under clinical supervision of the provider and under the manager's direction.

Responsibilities include patient rooming, data collection, medication review, phlebotomy, phsyician support during procedures, basic tests (EKG/eye exams), and ensuring rooms are well-stocked for visits. Per diem position in Cary, NC.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assisting program is strongly preferred but not required.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from one of the listed certifying bodies is required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs rooming and intake, records vital signs and visit data.
• Collects medical and social history; reviews meds and allergies.
• Assists provider during treatments and procedures.
• Performs phlebotomy and collects specimens.
• Administers medications under provider direction.
• Performs tests such as EKG and eye exams under supervision.
• Maintains exam/treatment rooms with supplies and equipment.
• Schedules tests, treatments and referrals; handles patient registration.
• Documents in EMR and communicates follow-up instructions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Clinical procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

EMR documentation

Education

Medical Assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES preferred)

Medical Assistant certification (AAMA/AMT/CCMA/NCMA/NCCT)

Basic Life Support Certification (AHA/ARC)

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

Description

The NCHV Cary office, operates at a fast pace, and is looking for a Medical Assistant to provide crucial support to both providers and our patient population. This office specializes in the care of complex patients with POTS/Dysautonomia, presenting a challenging and detail-oriented environment. The team operates with a strong sense of collaboration, and our proximity to shopping and restaurants adds to the convenience. The clinic operates from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with no night or weekend shifts, and is closed for holidays. this is a per diem position. Join our inclusive organization, with over 40,000 diverse employees, all working towards the shared mission of enhancing the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

The Medical Assistant II, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other health care team members in an outpatient clinic setting. Works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor.

Responsibilities

1. Performs rooming and/or intake process, collecting and data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patient’s reason for visit.
2. Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.
3. Reviews patient’s current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy.
4. Assists the provider as directed, during treatments, examinations and procedures.
5. Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy.
6. Administers medications under the direction of a provider.
7. Performs tests, for examples EKG, eye exams, under the direction of a provider.
8. Reviews the patient record to determine whether patient requires any routine health screenings.
9. Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure.
10. Provides patient with after-visit, follow-up, self-care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed.
11. Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
12. Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
13. Assists with patient registration, check in/check out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals.
14. Answers clinic telephone and assists in-basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.
15. Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.
16. Additional Essential Responsibilities of a Certified Medical Assistant II may include: Precepts new medical assistant/credentialed medical assistant hires and medical assistant externs-Trains other medical assistants in clinic procedures-Assists the physician with maintaining preventive health measures for a panel of patients.-Performs clinic based quality or safety role (ex. clinic safety coordinator, maintains immunization or medication registry, performs medication, or other required audits) -Manages clinic supply ordering

Other Information

Education Requirements:

• None required as long as other position qualifications are met.
• Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accreditation Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferred but not required.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• Requires Medical Assistant certification by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Health Career Association (CCMA), National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA).
• Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of full-time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified.
• Demonstrate possession of the competencies outlined in the Medical Assistant, Certified Advancement Worksheet through their application and interview.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined above.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage positively with patients and families and to work as a team with staff and providers.
• Ability to use a computer to document required information into the electronic medical record.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex NCHV Cary

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 0.01

Salary Range: $18.84 - $26.77 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Cary

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

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

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email [email protected] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.