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Duke's Offsite Neurology Clinic on Morreene Road seeks to hireCertified Medical Assistantswho will embrace our mission ofAdvancing Health Together.
Qualifying candiates will receive a $5,000.00 Commitment Bonus!
Department Summary:
The Neuro Clinic - Patient population includes a variety of different neurological disorders, including Headache, ALS, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, movement disorders, and memory disorders such as Alzheimer's. The clinicincludes Physical and Occupational Therapistsspecialized in the treatment of patients with Neurological and Pain Disorders, as well as specialty Psychiatrists and Psychologists.
Location: 932 Morreene Road, Durhham, NC
Work Hours & Shifts:
Full-time, Monday-Friday; Varying daytime shift
We offer both 4-10 hour shifts OR 5-8 hour shifts
No weekends or Holidays
Parking:
Free and available!
Job Summary:
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The CMA performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice, they assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.
Administrative Duties:
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
Clinical Duties:
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
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 in the plan of care, and document in patient record
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
Authorize drug refills as 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
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
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 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.
Level III -- Graduation from a 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.
Experience
- Level I -- No experience required.
- Level II -- Must have at least 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
- Level III -- Must have at least 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
- Note: 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree in Medical Assisting.
- General Ladder Statement: In addition to the education and experience noted, applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document for Levels II and III.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
- Level I -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
- Level II -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
- Level III -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good customer service skills.
- Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions generally acquired through a high school education and medical assistant programming.
- Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
- Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
- Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
- Age specific competencies.
- Daily clinic preparation process; registration, scheduling, charge posting, order entry. Able to document and communicate pertinent information
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff
- Typing skills
- Medical terminology
- Levels II and III -- Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
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