Medical Assistant II Certified; Per Diem - OB-GYN at Weaver Crossing

Medical Assistant II Certified (Per Diem) - OB‑GYN at Weaver Crossing

Join UNC Health as a Medical Assistant II Certified in an outpatient OB‑GYN clinic at Weaver Crossing.

The Medical Assistant II, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other healthcare team members in an outpatient clinic setting. Works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor.

• Performs rooming and intake process, collecting patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patient’s reason for visit.
• Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.
• Reviews patient’s current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy.
• Assists the provider as directed during treatments, examinations and procedures.
• Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy.
• Administers medications under the direction of a provider.
• Performs tests, e.g., EKG and eye exams, under the direction of a provider.
• Reviews the patient record to determine whether patient requires any routine health screenings.
• Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure.
• Provides patient with after‑visit, follow‑up, self‑care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed.
• Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists with patient registration, check‑in/check‑out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments, and referrals.
• Answers clinic telephone and assists in‑basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.
• Additional essential responsibilities may include: precepting new medical assistants and externs, training other medical assistants in clinic procedures, assisting the physician with maintaining preventive health measures for a panel of patients, performing clinic‑based quality or safety role, and managing clinic supply ordering.

Perks of the job include no weekends, no holidays, and free parking.

• None required as long as other position qualifications are met.
• Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either CAAHEP or ABHES is strongly preferred but not required.

• Medical Assistant certification by AAMA, AMT, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA.
• Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

• At least one year of full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified.
• Demonstrate possession of the competencies outlined in the Medical Assistant, Certified Advancement Worksheet through the application and interview.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position as outlined above.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Engagement with patients and families; teamwork with staff and providers.
• Proficiency using a computer to document required information into the electronic medical record.

Legal

Employer:

STATE
Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians
Organization Unit: UNC OB‑GYN at Weaver Crossing
Work Type:
Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 16.00
Salary Range: $18.66 – $26.51 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type:
Onsite

Work Schedule:

Day Job
Location of Job: US:

NC:

Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

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. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities.

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