Medical Assistant II Certified - Rex NC Surgery Cancer Center

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Medical Assistant II, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other health care team members in an outpatient clinic setting. Works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor. This position is eligible for a $7500 commitment incentive paid out in 3 installments over 3 years. Responsibilities Perform rooming and/or intake process, collecting and data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patient's reason for visit. Collect patient and family data, including medical and social history. Review patient’s current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy. Assist the provider as directed, during treatments, examinations and procedures. Collect specimens and perform phlebotomy. Administer medications under the direction of a provider. Perform tests, for example EKG, eye exams, under the direction of a provider. Review the patient record to determine whether patient requires any routine health screenings. Ensure exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure. Provide patient with after‑visit, follow‑up, self‑care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed. Prepare, clean, stock and maintain exam and treatment rooms. Clean and sterilize instruments. Assist with patient registration, check‑in/check‑out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals. Answer clinic telephone and assist in‑basket under the direction of a provider or nurse. Assist in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse. Additional Essential Responsibilities of a Certified Medical Assistant II may include: Precepts new medical assistant/credentialed medical assistant hires and medical assistant externs Trains other medical assistants in clinic procedures Assists the physician with maintaining preventive health measures for a panel of patients. Performs clinic based quality or safety role (e.g., clinic safety coordinator, maintains immunization or medication registry, performs medication, or other required audits) Manages clinic supply ordering Other Information Education Requirements None required as long as other position qualifications are met. Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accreditation Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferred but not required. Licensure/Certification Requirements Requires Medical Assistant certification by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Health Career Association (CCMA), National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA). Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required. Professional Experience Requirements Possess at least one year of full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified. Demonstrate possession of the competencies outlined in the Medical Assistant, Certified Advancement Worksheet through their application and interview. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements Ability to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined above. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to engage positively with patients and families and to work as a team with staff and providers. Ability to use a computer to document required information into the electronic medical record. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNC Health Care