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

JOB LOCATION:

Duke Neurology of South Durham - 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified in our Duke Neurology of South Durham clinic located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

$7,500 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist Medical and Nursing Staff in a variety of tasks including: Taking medical histories and recording vital signs.
Tee-up drug refills as directed.
Assist with prior authorization needs for prescriptions.
Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.
Assist with collection of laboratory specimens. Coordinate send-off to third party labs.
Explaining treatment procedures to patients.
Preparing patients for examinations and procedures.
Obtain and scan medical records.
Reschedule appointments when clinics are cancelled in less than 45 days.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Level I -- Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred.
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 II -- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
BLS required.

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Job Code: 00004261 MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CERTIFIED
Job Level: C2

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.