Medical Assistant II Certified - Rex Vascular Raleigh

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 25,953 - 36,878; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant II, Certified in Raleigh, NC. This role provides routine clinical and administrative support within an outpatient clinic, working under clinical supervision. Responsibilities include patient intake, assisting with procedures, and maintaining medical records. A commitment incentive of $7,500 is offered. Candidates should possess certification, BLS, and at least one year of relevant experience. This full-time position works on-site with a competitive salary range of $18.84 – $26.77 per hour.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification by recognized organizations required.
• Basic Life Support Certification from AHA or ARC required.
• At least one year of full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and administrative tasks in an outpatient clinic.
• Assist providers with treatments, exams, and procedures.
• Collect patient data and maintain medical records.
• Prepares and maintains exam and treatment rooms.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to engage with patients

Teamwork

Computer proficiency for electronic records

Education

Completion of medical assisting program (CAAHEP or ABHES preferred)

Job description

Overview

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates whose mission is to improve 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. The role works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor.

Commitment Incentive

This position qualifies for a $7,500 commitment incentive.

Responsibilities

• Performs rooming and/or intake, collecting data including vital signs, height, weight, and information related to the patient’s reason for visit.
• Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.
• Reviews current medication list, allergies, and preferred pharmacy.
• Assists the provider as directed during treatments, examinations and procedures.
• Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy.
• Administers medications under the direction of a provider.
• Performs tests such as EKG and eye exams under the direction of a provider.
• Reviews the patient record to determine whether routine health screenings are required.
• Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials.
• Provides patient with after‑visit, follow‑up, self‑care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials.
• Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
• Clears and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists with patient registration, check‑in/check‑out, appointment scheduling, scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals.
• Answers clinic telephone and assists in‑basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.
• Additional essential responsibilities 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 roles (e.g., clinic safety coordinator, maintains immunization or medication registry, performs medication or other required audits).
  • Manages clinic supply ordering.

Other Information

Other information:

Education Requirements

• No minimum education required as long as other qualifications are met.
• Completion of a medical assisting program accredited by 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

• Medical Assistant certification by one of the following organizations: 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

• At least one year of full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified.
• Demonstrates possession of the competencies outlined in the Medical Assistant, Certified Advancement Worksheet through 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.
• 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 Health Medical Group
• Organization Unit: Vascular Raleigh
• Work Type: Full Time
• Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
• 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: Raleigh
• Exempt From Overtime: No
• 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.
• UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.