Medical Assistant - Wilmington

Avance Care; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Avance Care in Wilmington, NC is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our growing network of clinics. You will work closely with providers to deliver high-quality patient care, perform triage, vaccines, data entry, and assist with exams and procedures in a busy clinic.

Candidates should have CMA/CCMA/RMA or EMT certification and at least one year of Medical Assistant experience. Excellent communication, confidentiality, and a growth mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• CMA/CCMA/RMA or EMT certification preferred.
• At least one year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam/treatment rooms.
• Triage patients as necessary.
• Administer vaccines and injections.
• Record patient data prior to physician visits.
• Assist physicians with exams and a variety of procedures.
• Administer medications.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain proper disinfection protocols.
• Complete prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic imaging.
• Phone in prescriptions and distribute medications as ordered by the provider.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Exciting Career Opportunity with Avance Care!

Join our growing network of 37 practice locations across the Triangle Area (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), the Charlotte Region, and Wilmington, NC.

At Avance Care, we are committed to raising the standard of healthcare. As one of North Carolina's largest independent primary care networks, we provide comprehensive services that care for the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our patients.

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll play an essential role in delivering high-quality patient care. Working closely with our providers, you’ll help ensure every patient has a positive, efficient, and compassionate healthcare experience.

• This is a full-time role involving 8-hour weekday shifts.
• The position primarily works with one provider, so we are looking for an adaptable team player who is willing to contribute wherever needed.
• Our clinic operates in a busy, fast-paced environment, and we seek a candidate who thrives under such conditions.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Selected Responsibilities:

• Escort patients to and from exam/treatment rooms
• Triage patients as necessary
• Administer vaccines and injections
• Record patient data prior to the physician's visit
• Assist physicians with exams and a wide variety of procedures
• Administer medications
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed
• Maintain proper disinfection protocols
• Complete prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic imaging
• Phone in prescriptions and distribute proper medications as ordered by the provider

Candidates should preferably have one of the following certifications: CMA, CCMA, RMA, or EMT, along with at least one year of Medical Assistant experience.

Other Priorities:

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
• Growth mindset
• Flexibility and resilience

If you are excited to join a growing organization focused on changing the way healthcare is delivered to patients in North Carolina.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Avance Care provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to religion, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, alienage or citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.