Medical Assistant, Certified - Duke Perinatal of Cary (Commitment Bonus Eligible) - Duke Health

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us

$7,500 Commitment Bonus | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (received at 6 months and 12 months). ?

**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the commitment bonus.**

JOB LOCATION

Duke Perinatal of Cary - 600 New Waverly Pl, Cary, NC

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients at the Duke Perinatal Clinic in Cary, NC. The schedule for this position is 8:00am-4:30pm (or until last patient leaves) with no weekends or holidays.  This position allows the unique opportunity to get to know patients during their prenatal period and for continuous learning as the patients have a variety of health conditions.  Professional development opportunities include advancing on the CMA clinical ladder and participating in clinic committees.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative duties may include but not limited to the following:

• Answer telephones
• Greet patients
• Update and file patient medical records
• Complete FMLA forms for patients as directed
• Complete insurance forms
• Handle correspondence
• Schedule appointments
• Arrange for hospital admissions
• Arrange for laboratory services
• Perform other administrative duties as directed

Clinical Duties may include but not limited to the following

• Assist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including:
• Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients
• Preparing patients for examinations 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 in the plan of care, and document in patient record
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
• Authorize drug refills as directed
• Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician
• Be present on site for 8 hour shifts during standard clinic hours and be able to work overtime as needed to complete patient care
• Participates in performance improvement projects and/or clinic committees and assists in Joint Commission preparedness
• Participate in group activities requiring interpersonal skills and cooperation
• Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time, and be continually aware of variations in changing situations
• Maintain a pleasant attitude despite the demands/stressors of the day

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.  Please specify on resume which certification you have, certification number, and expiration date.
• BLS required

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.