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Medical Assistant II - Chapel Hill Internal Medicine

Medical Assistant II - Chapel Hill Internal Medicine

North Carolina StaffingChapel Hill, NC, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Medical Assistant II, Certified

Join a well-established, respected multispecialty practice located in the heart of Chapel Hill. With over 55 years of service to our community and a strong affiliation with UNC Physicians Network since 2011, we are proud to offer exceptional, collaborative care across several specialties. Our practice spans two busy floors and includes Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology services. We care for a diverse adult patient population and provide a full spectrum of in-office diagnostics and treatments. Patients also benefit from 24 / 7 physician coverage, including access to our on-call providers and our partnership with UNC Urgent Care for extended care needs. As a team member, you'll be part of a collaborative environment that values communication, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care.

Schedule Expectations and Location :

  • Address : 940 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Monday-Thursday : 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
  • Friday : 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM
  • No weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities.

Incentive :

Medical Assistants for this position are eligible for the Medical Assistant, Certified commitment incentive program ($7,500 paid over a 3-year commitment.)

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 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 and data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patients reason for visit.
  • Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.
  • Reviews patients 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 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 of a Certified Medical Assistant II may include :

    • 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 role (ex. clinic safety coordinator, maintains immunization or medication registry, performs medication, or other required audits)
  • Manages clinic supply ordering

    • Other Information :

    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 : Requires Medical Assistant certification by either the 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 : Possess at least one year of full-time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified.

    Knowledge / Skills / and 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.

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