Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us
JOB LOCATION:
Harris and Smith at Capitol Street - 4116 Capitol St, Durham NC
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking aMedical Assistant, Certifiedin ourHarris and Smith at Capitol Streetlocated inDurham, NCto be an integral member of the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect care to patients.
$7,500 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (6 months and 12 months).
**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the Commitment bonus.**
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, provide and document nursing care at Harris and Smith OB-GYN while utilizing the nursing care process in accordance with physician orders and established procedures.
- Collect and analyze patient data, document outcomes and patient responses and report necessary information to other staff as needed. Assess and communicate accurate information to physicians to ensure appropriate care.
- Perform necessary in clinic testing of patient samples of urine and blood with proper use lab equipment such as Clinitek and Hemocue.
- Collaborates with RN to initiate or revise a plan of care based on needs of patient.
- Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of patient care.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment; appropriately stock and clean exam rooms.
- Identify improvement opportunities for clinical, operational and safety related performance.
- Participate in clinic compliance activities (I.E audits and PI projects)
- Maintain required competencies for education. Be able to identify learning needs and seek appropriate assistance or educational offerings.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Level I -- Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred.
- 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 II -- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.
- BLS required.
JOB HOURS:
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
Job Code: 00004261 MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CERTIFIED
Job Level: C2
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.