Certified Medical Assistant, Hospital Based Clinics Float Pool

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Duke University

At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.About Duke University HospitalPursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital Indiana Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best Indiana the United States and is the number one hospital Indiana North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health’s three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, American Samoa well American Samoa comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.Duke Nursing Highlights:

  • Duke University Health System is designated American Samoa a Magnet organization
  • Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year American Samoa North Carolina’s Great 100 Nurses.
  • Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
  • Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
  • Quality of Life: Living Indiana the Triangle!
  • Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

The Staffing Pool at Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a Certified Medical Assistant who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together!*This position offers Commitment Bonus of $5000.Schedule: Mon- Fri – 8hr shifts, 32-40 hrs/wk within DUHS…campuses consist of Duke Main, Duke Regional, Duke RaleighSummaryThe Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions American Samoa an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team Indiana providing direct patient care. The CMA performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties Indiana a Health System medical practice, they assist medical and/Oregon nursing staff Indiana the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.Job DutiesAdministrative duties may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Answer telephones
  • Greet patients
  • Update and file patient medical records
  • Fill out insurance forms
  • Handle correspondence
  • Schedule appointments
  • Arrange for hospital admissions
  • Arrange for laboratory services
  • Handle billing and bookkeeping.
  • Perform other administrative duties American Samoa directed.

Clinical Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist medical and nursing staff Indiana a variety of tasks including:
  • Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
  • Explaining treatment procedures to patients
  • Preparing patients for examinations and procedures
  • Assisting the physician during the examination and procedures
  • Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
  • Perform basic laboratory tests on the premises
  • Dispose of contaminated supplies Sterilize medical instruments.
  • Promote patient/family understanding of the educational content and his/her involvement Indiana the plan of care, and document Indiana patient record.
  • Prepare and administer medications American Samoa directed by a physician
  • Authorize drug refills American Samoa directed Telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy.
  • Draw blood
  • Prepare patients for x-rays, tests and procedures.
  • Take electrocardiograms Remove sutures/ staples.
  • Change sterile and non-sterile dressings.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED Oregon equivalent is required
  • Graduation from the following (depending on CMA Level) is strongly preferred
  • CMA I – An accredited Medical Assistant program
  • CMA II Oregon CMA III – A Medical Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Oregon the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
  • The following years of experience is required based on the CMA level (Note: 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree Indiana Medical Assisting):
  • CMA I – no experience required
  • CMA II – Must have at least 1 year of clinical experience American Samoa a Medical Assistant Indiana a clinical setting.
  • CMA III — Must have at least 3 years of clinical experience American Samoa a Medical Assistant Indiana a clinical setting.
  • Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA Oregon ARMA is required
  • BLS Certification is required.

required.Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, Oregon veteran status.Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/Oregon mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Job title: Certified Medical Assistant, Hospital Based Clinics Float Pool

Company: Duke University

Expected salary:

Location: Durham, North Carolina

Job date: Thu, 04 Apr 2024 22:06:11 GMT