Certified Medical Assistant - Women's Health

Certified Medical Assistant - Women's Health Work Arrangement: Regular Location: Cary, NC, 27519 Job Summary The Medical Assistant, Certified functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The Medical Assistant, Certified performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a health system medical practice that assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly. Job Duties and Responsibilities Clinical responsibilities: take medical histories and record vital signs; explain treatment procedures to patients; prepare patients for examinations and procedures. Patient care support: assist during exam and procedures; collect and prepare laboratory specimens; perform basic laboratory tests; promote patient/family understanding of educational content; document in the patient record; dispose of contaminated supplies; instrument processing, high‑level disinfection and sterilization; prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician; perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised. Administrative responsibilities: greet patients; answer telephones; schedule appointments and record arrivals in MaestroCare; check out patients; schedule referrals; arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services; update and file patient medical records; order clinical and clerical supplies and forms; perform other administrative duties as directed. May be requested to act as a liaison for clinic activities such as Joint Commission and falls committees or participate in clinic committees. Eligibility Requirements Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES (strongly preferred). High school or GED graduation. Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA‑CCMA, NCMA, or ARMA required; BLS required. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo . #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke