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Certified Medical Assistant - NGH UNC Med Oncology At Nash

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$40,347 / year median in North Carolina

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Summary:
Plans schedule and organizes patient care in oncology clinic. Assist nurses and physicians with procedures. Performs general office duties. Serves as a Certified Medical Assistant for a specialty clinic.
Responsibilities:
1. Displays a professional manner and image. Demonstrates initiative and responsibility. Works as a member of the health care team. Prioritize and performs multiple tasks. Treats all patients with compassion and empathy. Adapts communications to individual's ability to understand. 2. Uses professional telephone techniques. Practices institutions attendance policies. Makes every attempt to work as requested during unusual circumstances or natural disasters. 3. Prepare and maintain medical records. Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas. Perform inventory of supplies and equipment. Independently schedules appointments. Files daily medical charts. 4. Accurately dictates telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy. Coordinates patients' referrals and follow-up visits per physicians' instructions. Assists physicians with receiving any further needed patient records. Identifies potential changes/needs in physician's schedule. 5. Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control. Collects and processes specimens. Obtains patient history and vital signs. Setup/clean patient rooms. Prepare patient for examination, procedures, and treatments. Coordinate patient care information with other health care providers. Documents according to policy. 6. All other duties to be assigned.
Other information:
Education Requirements:
• High school graduate or GED. • Completion of an accredited medical assistant.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
• Certified Medical Assistant, NC CMA License •
BLS Professional Experience Requirements:
• 2 years in the Healthcare/Medical - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Job Details Legal Employer:
Nash Hospitals Entity:
Nash UNC Health Care Organization Unit:
NGH UNC Med Oncology At Nash Work Type:
Full Time Standard Hours Per Week:
40.00
Work Assignment Type:
Onsite Work Schedule:
Day Job Location of Job:
NASH HC Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
No 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.