• Job Description

  Req#: JP-005838103
  Job Title: Certified Medical AssistantJob Description

  We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at a fast-paced clinic. In this role, you will perform a variety of administrative and patient care supportive duties within Student Health. You will work closely with the Providers, assisting administrative, medical, and nursing staff to ensure smooth office operations.

  Responsibilities

  • Perform administrative and patient care supportive duties.
  • Assist with registration and ensure smooth office operations.
  • Register and process appointment check-in and check-out in electronic medical record systems.
  • Enter and verify health insurance information and collect payments as necessary.
  • Check patient eligibility for services.
  • Take and record vitals.
  • Schedule appointments for new and returning student patients.
  • Provide routine information regarding Student Health services.
  • Direct patients to assigned areas and other locations upon request.

  Essential Skills

  • 3+ years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Team-oriented and motivated to learn.
  • Quick learner.
  • Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA, or ARMA.
  • AHA BLS certification.

  Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in medical assisting and customer service.
  • Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

  Work Environment

  This role is 100% onsite, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clinic is fast-paced, and candidates are expected to perform all responsibilities from day one, with guidance from current employees for the initial two weeks. The dress code is flexible, allowing scrub tops and bottoms or a clinic t-shirt with scrub pants. Parking is available in the Chem lot, about a 5-7 minute walk to Student Health. We have a week off around winter break, requiring about 24 hours of accrued vacation time to cover non-holiday closures. The clinic offers competitive permanent benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the Health System and University.

  Job Type & Location

  This is a Contract position based out of Durham, NC.

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.89/hr.

  Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

  Workplace Type

  This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

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