Nephrology Medical Assistant II, Certified – Day Shift

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill is seeking a Medical Assistant II to support nephrology outpatient clinics. You will work under provider supervision to perform routine clinical and administrative tasks, including vitals, data collection, phlebotomy, and patient education.

The role requires MA certification (CMA/RMA) and at least one year of MA experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills. Day schedule, onsite at UNC Medical Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CMA/RMA required.
• One year of full-time Medical Assistant experience.
• MA program completion preferred but not required.
• Certification by AAMA/AMT/CCMA/NRCMA/NCMA required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs rooming and intake, collects vitals and basic data.
• Collects patient medical history and social history.
• Reviews medications and allergies; notes preferred pharmacy.
• Assists provider during treatments and examinations.
• Performs phlebotomy as directed.
• Administers medications per provider instruction.
• Conducts tests such as EKG or eye exams.
• Checks patient records for required health screenings.
• Maintains exam rooms with supplies and educational materials.
• Provides post-visit instructions and patient education.
• Prepares and cleans exam/treatment rooms; sterilizes instruments.
• Supports registration, check-in/out, scheduling and referrals.
• Answers clinic calls and triage messages under supervision.
• Assists in emergencies as directed.

Skills

Vital signs

EKGs

Phlebotomy

EHR proficiency

Patient communication

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA)

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited MA program preferred

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

UNC Health in Chapel Hill is seeking a Medical Assistant II to support nephrology outpatient clinics. You will work under provider supervision to perform routine clinical and administrative tasks, including vitals, data collection, phlebotomy, and patient education.

The role requires MA certification (CMA/RMA) and at least one year of MA experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills. Day schedule, onsite at UNC Medical Center.