Medical Assistant, Certified - Duke Infusion Center

Medical Assistant, CertifiedAt Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.$7,500 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates!JOB LOCATIONDuke Infusion Center - 234 Crooked Creek PkwyJOB SUMMARYWe are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified to perform routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice to assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure office runs smoothly.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including: Taking medical histories and recording vital signs.Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.Clean and prepare rooms.Perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.Explaining treatment procedures to patients.Preparing patients for examinations and procedures.IV Placement and removal.JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSEDUCATIONLevel I -- Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.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 III -- 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 IV -- 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.EXPERIENCELevel I -- No experience required.Level II -- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.Level III -- 2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.Level IV -- 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.Note: 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree in Medical Assisting.General Ladder Statement: In addition to the education and experience noted, applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document for Levels II, III, and IV.DEGREES, LICENSURE, AND/OR CERTIFICATIONLevel I -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.Level II -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.Level III -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.Level IV -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.JOB HOURSThe schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.