Medical Assistant

6 days ago


Durham NC United States Avance Care Full time
Overview:

Who are we?

Avance Care is in the business of improving the standard of healthcare. By offering specialized, accessible, cost-effective healthcare services, we keep our patients at the center

Why us?

Enjoy the perks of a provider-owned practice with the support of a large healthcare management company.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Our company-wide growth means consistent opportunities for advancement.

Core Responsibilities:

Maintain confidentiality of patient information per HIPAA laws
Escort patients to and from exam/treatment rooms
Triage patients as necessary
Administer vaccines and injections
Record patient data prior to the physician’s visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
Obtain necessary patient records and verify consent prior to treatment or procedures
Assist physicians with exams and a wide variety of procedures, including but not limited to injections, dermatologic procedures, pelvic exams, EKGs, eye exams, managing dressings, POC lab tests, and performing x-rays (training provided)
Administer medications orally, vaginally, rectally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and intradermally
Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed
Maintain proper disinfection protocols
Schedule patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments
Complete prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic imaging
Complete all forms used by the provider, including but not limited to, growth charts, MPE, pap forms, cytology-pathology forms, etc.
Phone in prescriptions and distribute proper medications as ordered by the provider
Other duties as necessary

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, required
Associates degree in Medical Assisting, preferred
One of the following or similar qualification is preferred: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Graduate of Medical Assisting Program (MA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
1-2 years of experience in internal medicine, or primary care settings required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, required
Must pass Avance Care Competency Check (Medical Knowledge Assessment and Vaccination Knowledge Assessment)

What are we looking for?

Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong computer skills
Strong attention to detail
Team player
Efficient time management and workload prioritization
Strong multitasking skills
Medication knowledge
Vaccination knowledge

Avance Care provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to religion, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, alienage or citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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Job Type: Full-time

Experience:
* Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Durham, NC 27707 (Required)

Work Location: In person
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