Certified Medical Assistant — Durham, NC at Duke

About Duke Health

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About the Team

Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our Central Carolina Foot and Ankle clinic in Durham, NC. As an integral member of the healthcare team, you will provide direct and indirect care to patients, ensuring a seamless experience from intake to treatment. This role is designed for those who thrive in a collaborative environment where clinical precision meets patient-centered service.

Why This Role Matters

Your work will directly support the delivery of high-quality foot and ankle care, helping to maintain the clinic's reputation for excellence. By managing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, and handling clinical tasks, you enable our physicians to focus on complex care while ensuring every patient feels heard and cared for.

Hiring Process & Application

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to join our team. We offer a $7,500 Commitment Bonus and $2,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates.

Our Culture & Commitment to Diversity

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Work location

Work model: On-site

577, Mallard Avenue, Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, 27701, United States

Durham, North Carolina

Key Responsibilities

check_circleTake accurate medical histories and record vital signs
check_circleExplain treatment procedures and prepare patients for examinations
check_circleOrder clinical supplies and maintain clinical related logs
check_circleParticipate in clinic committees and Joint Commission activities
check_circleMaintain compliance with annual training requirements
check_circleSchedule appointments, return patient calls, and update medical records
check_circleCollect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic lab tests
check_circleDispose of contaminated supplies and sterilize medical instruments

Requirements

verifiedHigh school or GED graduation
verifiedGraduation from CAAHEP or ABHES accredited medical assistant program (strongly preferred)
verified1 year clinical experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (for Level II)
verifiedCertification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA, or ARMA
verifiedBLS certification required

Nice to Have

Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Benefits & Perks

check_circle$7,500 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidatescheck_circle$2,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, BLS, Aama, Amt, Nha-Ccma, Ncma, Arma, Joint Commission.

Education: High school or GED graduation required.

Frequently asked questions about Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System

What does a Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System will take accurate medical histories and record vital signs; explain treatment procedures and prepare patients for examinations; order clinical supplies and maintain clinical related logs; and participate in clinic committees and joint commission activities.

What are the requirements for this Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle role?expand_more

Duke University Health System is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school or GED graduation; Graduation from CAAHEP or ABHES accredited medical assistant program (strongly preferred); 1 year clinical experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (for Level II); Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA, or ARMA; and BLS certification required.

Where is the Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle role at Duke University Health System located?expand_more

Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System is based in 577, Mallard Avenue, Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, 27701, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Duke University Health System has listed this Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle role as on-site.

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Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System include Medical Assistant; Certified Medical Assistant; BLS; Aama; Amt; Nha-Ccma; Ncma; and Arma.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school or GED graduation required.

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Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle at Duke University Health System is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Certified Medical Assistant - Foot & Ankle