Orthopaedics CMA — On-Site with Bonus & Relocation

Duke PA; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Health's NC Orthopaedic Clinic in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the team on-site. The role supports direct and indirect patient care, with responsibilities including patient intake, vital signs, medication administration per protocol, and participation in improvement initiatives.

Qualifications include completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, BLS, and national certification (AAMA/AMT/NCMA/ARMA).

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program (CAAHEP/ABHES) strongly preferred
• High school or GED graduation required
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required
• BLS required
• Level I — No experience required; Level II — 1 year clinical experience as CMA

Responsibilities

• Perform intake with patients including vital signs and visit information
• Take telephone messages, document encounters, and inform provider
• Administer medications as ordered or by established protocols
• Participate in performance improvement projects
• Set up for clinical procedures and ensure sterilization per scope of practice
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications and durable medical equipment
• Float in clinic to cover patient and provider needs as delegated

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical intake

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

High school or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program (CAAHEP/ABHES)

Tools

BLS

Job description

Duke Health's NC Orthopaedic Clinic in Durham, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join the team on-site. The role supports direct and indirect patient care, with responsibilities including patient intake, vital signs, medication administration per protocol, and participation in improvement initiatives.

Qualifications include completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, BLS, and national certification (AAMA/AMT/NCMA/ARMA).