Medical/Nursing Assistant

Davita Inc.; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical/Nursing Assistant to join its team in North Carolina. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment within a multi-specialty health clinic, including responsibilities for patient care, administration, and collaboration with healthcare professionals, alongside a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional training opportunities

Paid leave

Qualifications

• Must possess current listing as a Nurse Aide I.
• Certification/registration as a Medical Assistant required.
• Preferred experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and patient care tasks under supervision.
• Maintain the patient care environment and record health information.
• Work interdependently with health care professionals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Administration

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

Nurse Aide certification

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday; occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Department	SA Campus Health Services-650001
Career Area	Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?	No
Posting Open Date	03/24/2025
Application Deadline	06/19/2025
Position Type	Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title	Medical/Nursing Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent	MH03 / GN07
Working Title	Medical/Nursing Assistant
Position Number	00037080
Vacancy ID	P020258
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited	Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week	40
Work Schedule
Work Location	Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	$42,279 - $52,000
Pay Band Information

Position Summary Information

Campus Health (CH) is a multi-specialty ambulatory college health clinic providing quality, and affordable health care for eligible students and spouses. Annually, CH has more than 80,000 patient encounters, which includes Primary Care and Women's Health as well as specialty clinics in sports medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, physical therapy, counseling and psychological services, travel clinic and allergy clinic. Weekend acute care is provided from 8-5 PM. On site ancillary services include pharmacy, OTC pharmacy, Student Stores pharmacy, medical laboratory, and radiology.

Campus Health has been continuously accredited since 1986 by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. All personnel are trained in the concepts and principles of Performance Improvement and serve as team members and leaders in shaping and defining the organization as it strives to provide quality and safe care.

Campus Health collaborates with Student Wellness and Campus Recreation and other Student Affairs partners to provide education and outreach to assist in keeping the campus population healthy.

Education and research comprise another important function of CH. CH provides clinical rotations and practicums for students in the School of Education, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Public Health, Department of Medical Technology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Health and Radiology. In addition, CH serves as a research site for a number of faculty and graduate student grants and contracts, where CH staff participates with the principal investigators across a variety of medical specialties.

This position is eligible for a Sign On Bonus of $2,000 to be paid in two installment:
- $ 1,000 within 30 days of your hire date and
- $ 1,000 12 months after hire date

The Medical/Nursing Assistant position within the Department of Nursing Services performs administrative and patient care tasks, supportive counseling, and a variety of treatments, under the close supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The Medical/Nursing Assistant is a multi-skilled health professional who works interdependently with other health care professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. Duties include maintaining the patient care environment, performing routine clerical functions, and transporting and moving patients. Also includes obtaining and recording pertinent health information, maintaining patient data, and providing information to patients and families. This position is utilized in primary care, gynecology, same day care, after hours and sports medicine settings within this facility.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require registration as a Nurse Aide by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA.)

Nursing Assistant: Must possess current listing as a Nurse Aide I in good standing with the Department of Health and Human Services in North Carolina.

Medical Assistant: Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program. Certification or registration to practice as a Medical Assistant is required to perform the duties of the position. Certification or registration may be by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), registered through the American Medical Technologists or as a Clinical Medical Assistant by the National Healthcareer Association.

Experience in an ambulatory health care setting preferred.

MA certification; BLS certification

Daily, physical effort and stamina are required for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care. Examples include transporting, bending, lifting, standing for long periods of time, and monitoring of patient demand throughout the clinics that require extensive walking throughout the workday.

Daily, the Medical/Nurse Assistant has the potential for:

* Direct exposure to infectious diseases specific to this age group (i.e., meningitis, mononucleosis, AIDS, Hepatitis, Streptococcal infections, sexually transmitted infections, upper respiratory infections, etc.). Safeguards include utilization of Universal Blood and Body Fluid Precautions, provision of personal protective equipment in all clinical areas and mandatory attendance to an Occupational Safety and Health Exposure Class.
* Distressing events include exposure to violent, aggressive, and psychotic patients that may lead to potential harm to the nurse. Safeguards include immediate access to campus police and in-house security guards.
* Injuries can also occur due to the physical effort required for this position. Safeguards include continuing educational activities on proper body mechanics.


Visual acuity is essential for the implementation of nursing/medical care daily. Examples may include collecting vital signs, reading medical charts, and documentation. Manual dexterity is required in the performance of many areas of direct and indirect patient care. Application of ace wraps and splints, and application of dressings.


The nature of the Medical/Nurse Assistant requires flexibility for change, knowledge of nursing theories and practices, understanding of computer technology systems and programs, and the ability to adapt to advances in medicine. Advances in medical and computer technologies are on-going and complex that results in new approaches to the delivery of patient care. As a result of these advances, standards of practice may change requiring revision of policies and procedures.

Not Applicable.

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
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Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Position/Schedule Requirements	Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Overtime occasionally, Shift work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally
Special Instructions	**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS Eligibility Requirements Only candidates for or employees in probationary, permanent, or time-limited positions working at least 20 hours per week may be eligible for Sign-on or Retention bonuses. Bonuses for eligible employees working in part-time positions over 20 hours per week will be prorated based on hours worked. Any groups of more than 50 employees receiving bonuses require pre-approval by the Office of State Budget and Management. Sign-on and Retention bonuses must not be tied to meeting specific goals, special levels of productivity, quality and accuracy or work, efficiencies, or attendance. 1. Sign-On Bonuses A Sign-on bonus may be offered either for a specific job classification or an individual position. A Sign-on bonus must be part of a program established to attract qualified candidates in critical positions that have labor market shortages, and it must be common practice to offer a Sign-on bonus to a candidate for a position to be competitive in the market. To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act. 2. the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any North Carolina State agency or university; 3. or UNC-CH has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees. This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy (or add link to UNC-CH SHRA Sign-on Retention Bonus policy)
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