Certified Medical Assistant
Durham, NC 
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Job Description
Posting Details
Position Information

Position/Classification Title Medical/Nursing Assistant
Working Title Certified Medical Assistant
Competency Level Journey
Position Number 203047
Salary Grade Equivalent
FLSA Non-Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time
FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range $33,540 -$36,360
EEO-1 Category Service Workers
SOC Code 31-9092 - Medical Assistants
Position Overview

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) supports the University and Division by providing an array of preventative educational, physical and mental health services.
Inclusive and student centered in our approach, SHCS adapts to the changing needs of the campus community through innovation, technology and excellence. Student Health and Counseling Services is responsible for providing primary health care to the student campus community in a professional, competent caring, and confidential manner. SHCS is committed to: providing reasonably comprehensive ambulatory medical services to all eligible students; promoting disease prevention through health education; providing non- classroom health education on issues that impact the student both physically and psychologically; provide counseling services with referrals to other psychological professionals when necessary; provide ancillary support services (i.e. laboratory, pharmacy, and administrative); providing advisory, collaborative, and educational assistance to other university departments; and ensuring staff competency to support and fulfill this mission. The goals are to maintain quality of care, client satisfaction, affordability, accessibility, and suitability for operational effectiveness.
Primary Purpose of Position
This position will provide assistance to the professional nursing staff in routine care tasks
to clients (i.e.: vital signs, dressing, changes, and assisting with patient care procedures).
Responsible for cleaning and stocking exam rooms on a routine basis. They must perform laboratory procedures under the direct supervision of the Medical Laboratory Technician. Duties include venous draws, Urinalysis, Occult blood testing, Raid Strep A testing and urine pregnancy test. Also responsible for inventory control (i.e.: ordering and restocking lab supplies); must also provide clerical support to the Medical Clinic. Duties include retrieving student medical records, making referrals for students, sending out letters for the medical providers; and calling students directly, setting up appointment times for medical providers and outside referrals.





Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge in the use of computers and fax machines; communication skills is important since duties require relating to students as well as medical professional staff; ability to perform basic patient care under minimum supervision of the professional nurse; ability to perform basic laboratory procedures i.e. urine testing, vena punctures, and urine pregnancy testing; knowledge of infection control, blood born pathogen; and, knowledge of Medical Terminology and Laboratory processing


Minimum Education/Experience
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Necessary Special Qualification Requirements - Some positions may require registration as a Nurse Aide by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, or certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Phlebotomist Certification Required
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Work Hours Typically Monday-Friday 8am-5pm may vary for extended clinic hours
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies Yes
Campus Security Authority Designated Position Yes
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Required Competency Knowledge - Technical
Duties

This position will provide support to the professional nursing staff. Individual will be responsible for cleaning and stocking exam rooms on a routine basis. Perform laboratory procedures under the supervision of Medical Laboratory Technician; duties include venous draws, urinalysis, occult blood testing, rapid strep A testing and urine and pregnancy tests. Assist with inventory control, ordering and restocking of clinic items.
Individuals will room patients to include taking vitals, ensuring individual has signed all required paperwork
Required Competency Administration
Duties

This position will provide clerical support relating to medical records to include retrieving and uploading required information into EHR database. Sending out letters for the
medical providers. Call students directly to set up appointments and follow up appointments. Answer phones and greet patients in the clinic
Required Competency Client/Customer Service
Duties

This position will work as a part of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare staff. The individual will deliver services in an organized manner. This position will provide
professional and caring approach to service delivery
Required Competency Communication - Verbal/Written
Duties
This position will explain to clients procedures being performed. This position is expected to document appropriate information and create plan of actions for patients. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner in which they understand both verbal and written.
Required Competency Other Duties as Assigned
Duties
Other duties as Assigned
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SPA01334P
Open Date 04/05/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
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