Certified Medical Assistant I

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 I, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other health care team members in an outpatient clinic setting. The position works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor for non‑clinical responsibilities. Schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm, with the expectation that a candidate could work 7:00am – 7:00pm as needed. Responsibilities Perform rooming and/or intake process, collecting patient data including vital signs, height, weight, and information related to the patient’s reason for visit. Collect patient and family data, including medical and social history. Review the 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 such as EKG and eye exams under the direction of a provider. Review the patient record to determine whether the patient requires any routine health screenings. Ensure exam/procedure rooms contain appropriate supplies, equipment, forms, and educational materials, and that they are ready for use during visits/procedures. Provide patients 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, scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals. Answer clinic telephone calls and assist with the in‑basket under the direction of a provider or nurse. Assist in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse. 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 Medical Assistant certification by 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 Prior medical assistant or medical assistant externship experience preferred. Knowledge/Skills/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. EEO Statement 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