Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Morreene Road Neurology Clinic

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About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

 

Duke Nursing Highlights:

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

 

Duke's Offsite Neurology Clinic on Morreene Road seeks to hire Certified Medical Assistants who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Qualified candidates will receive a $7,500 Commitment Bonus!

 

 

Department Summary:

The Neuro Clinic - Patient population includes a variety of different neurological disorders, including Headache, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, movement disorders, and memory disorders such as Alzheimer's. The clinic includes Physical and Occupational Therapists specialized in the treatment of patients with Neurological and Pain Disorders, as well as specialty Psychiatrists and Psychologists.
 

Location:  932 Morreene Road, Durhham, NC
 

Work Hours & Shifts:

Full-time, Monday-Friday; Varying daytime shift

We offer both 4-10 hour shifts OR 5-8 hour shifts
No weekends or Holidays

 

Parking:

Free and available!

 

Job Summary: 

 The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The CMA performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice, they assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly. 

  

Administrative Duties: 

• Answer telephones 

• Greet patients 

• Update and file patient medical records 

• Fill out insurance forms 

• Handle correspondence 

• Schedule appointments 

• Arrange for hospital admissions 

• Arrange for laboratory services 

• Handle billing and bookkeeping 

  

Clinical Duties: 

• Assist medical and nursing staff in a variety of tasks including: 

• Taking medical histories and recording vital signs 

• Explaining treatment procedures to patients 

• Preparing patients for examinations and procedures 

• Assisting the physician during the examination and procedures 

• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens 

• Perform basic laboratory tests on the premises 

• Dispose of contaminated supplies Sterilize medical instruments. 

• Promote patient/family understanding of the educational content and his/her involvement in the plan of care, and document in patient record 

• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician 

• Authorize drug refills as directed Telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy 

• Draw blood 

• Prepare pat