Certified Medical Assistant - Physician Practice
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Job overview
UNC Health Care is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant - Physician Practice. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) interviews and initiates care for patients in clinics. This role involves collecting and delivering test results, performing vital sign measurements, and coordinating follow-on procedures as directed by a provider. The CMA also communicates with patients regarding their care, documents in electronic medical records, and maintains clinical supplies.
Key focus areas include Interviews patients to collect and document history of present illness (HPI), medication reconciliation, history of allergies, Performs vital sign measurement and any standard testing per clinic procedures, and Coordinates and performs follow-on procedures as directed by a provider.
Successful candidates bring Medical Assistant Certification, Basic Life Support Certification, and Ability To Lift Supplies. Preferred (not required): Interview Patients, Document History Of Present Illness (HPI), Medication Reconciliation, and History Of Allergies.
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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.
Summary:
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) interviews and initiates care for patients who visit our clinics and plays key roles in the care provided, up to and including specimen collection and delivery of test results.
Responsibilities:
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Interviews patients to collect and document history of present illness (HPI), medication reconciliation, history of allergies.
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Performs vital sign measurement and any standard testing per clinic procedures
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Coordinates and performs follow-on procedures as directed by a provider, including but not limited to onsite testing, specimen collection, and wound care.
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Assists with provider-performed procedures such as suture application or splints
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Communicates with patients in a timely and effective manner regarding their care. Notifies patients of test and lab results. Patiently and clearly explains practice policies and procedures using cultural competency and active listening.
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Documents care into electronic medical recordkeeping system (EMR). Ensures completion of necessary documentation and forms.
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Collects and prepares testing specimens as needed for transport to offsite laboratory.
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Maintains and monitors consumable supplies and medications for effective ongoing clinical operations.
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Promotes a safe, clean and secure clinical environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.
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Qualifications
Required:
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Must hold a current Medical Assistant certification. Accepted forms of the credential are:
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) as issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) as issued by American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
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Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) as issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
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Medical Assistant (NCMA) as issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) as issued by the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
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Must hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
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Position will require the ability to lift supplies and equipment regularly and navigate clinical area actively throughout work.
Preferred:
- Prior work experience in a clinical setting.
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Job Details
Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC
Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: PBMD-Neurology 807 N Justice St
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: JUSTICE MOB
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.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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