Medical Assistant II Certified - Rex Pulmonology Holly Springs - PD

Overview 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. Responsibilities Performs rooming and/or intake process, collecting vital signs, height, weight and data related to the patient’s reason for visit. Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history. Reviews patient’s current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy. Assists the provider as directed during treatments, examinations and procedures. Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy. Administers medications under the direction of a provider. Performs tests, for example EKG, eye exams, under the direction of a provider. Reviews the patient record to determine whether the patient requires any routine health screenings. Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure. Provides patient with after‑visit, follow‑up, self‑care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed. Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms. Cleans and sterilizes instruments. Assists with patient registration, check in/check out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals. Answers clinic telephone and assists in‑basket under the direction of a provider or nurse. Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse. Additional Essential Responsibilities: 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 roles (e.g., clinic safety coordinator, maintains immunization or medication registry, performs medication or other required audits). Manages clinic supply ordering. Qualifications 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 AAMA, AMT, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA; Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required. Professional Experience Requirements: 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. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform essential functions; effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage positively with patients and families; teamwork with staff and providers; computer proficiency to document required information into the electronic medical record. Compensation Standard Hours per Week: 4.00 Salary Range: $18.84 - $26.77 per hour (Hiring Range). Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity. Location US: NC: Holly Springs. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNC Health Care