Pediatrics CMA — Elevate Patient Care

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Duke Primary Care – Holly Springs Pediatrics seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join a busy family medicine/pediatric clinic. The CMA provides direct patient care, assists clinical staff, and ensures smooth clinic operations in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities include taking histories, recording vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering medications under physician direction, and coordinating tests and referrals.

Qualifications

• Level I -- Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
• Level II -- Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
• Level III -- Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical and nursing staff in examination and procedures.
• Take medical histories and record vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and promote understanding of care plan.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical history taking

Patient care

Sterile technique

Medication administration

Communication with patients

Education

Level I MA program

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited MA program

Job description

Duke Primary Care – Holly Springs Pediatrics seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join a busy family medicine/pediatric clinic. The CMA provides direct patient care, assists clinical staff, and ensures smooth clinic operations in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities include taking histories, recording vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering medications under physician direction, and coordinating tests and referrals.