Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

 

Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us

 

 

JOB LOCATION:

Dermatology at Patterson Place - 5324 McFarland Dr, Durham NC

 

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified in our Dermatology at Patterson Place located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients.

 

$7,500 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (6 months and 12 months).

**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the Commitment bonus.**

 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adhere to Joint Commission, Environment of Care and Infection Prevention guidelines reviewed in monthly EOC, TJC and IPL rounds Set up for sterile procedures Prepare a sterile instrument tray Clean and package surgical instruments for sterilization Assist provider with the following procedures; Shave biopsy, Punch biopsy Excisions, ED&C,  Cryotherapy, Unna Boots Review the New/Return patient form with the patient Review patient history questionnaire Complete global assessment for every return patient Complete a learning assessment for every patient on each encounter Assisting in tracking infection rates during suture removal Record vital signs, medication reconciliation and allergy identification

 

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Level I -- Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. Level II -- 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) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required. Level II -- 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting. Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.

 

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts.

 

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

 

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

 

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

 

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.