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Medical Assistant Spine

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Clemmons, NC, United States


Department
37150 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Spine Center: Clemmons Med Plz

Status
Full time

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Hours Per Week
40

Schedule Details / Additional Information

Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 7:30am to 7:00pm

Pay Range
$21.85 - $32.80

Major Responsibilities

Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (chief complaint, allergies, and medications). Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within scope.

Performs laboratory procedures (strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.

Assists the Physician/Advanced Practice Professional (APP) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.

Administers routine medications under Physician/APP orders or approved standing orders/protocols, including immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents.

Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services. Refers questions to Registered Nurses and Physician/APC per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed.

Communicates with Physician/APP and other team members to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjusts as necessary, providing accurate and timely information to patients.

May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills such as removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat
ose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy—including butterfly, venous heel stick, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application—and prescription refills using approved protocols, under supervision.

Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age‑appropriate care, assessing patient status and interpreting data to identify age‑specific needs as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Current Medical Assistant certification from one of the following is required:

CMA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

CCMA from National Health Career Association (NHA)

NCMA from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

RMA from American Medical Technologists (AMT)

RMA from American Allied Health

NCMSMA from National Healthcare Worker’s Association (NHCWA)

NRCMA from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)

NRMA from National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)

Education Required

High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting preferred.

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Experience Required

1 year experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain professional relationships with patients, team members and physicians.

Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a Windows OS, use of electronic mail, and exposure to electronic medical records systems.

Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.

Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when patient cannot assist, patient‑handling equipment and another team member are expected.

Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine‑hand manipulation skills.

Will be exposed to hazards such as mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids on a frequent basis; protective clothing and equipment are required.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Our Commitment to You
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in your career development.

Benefits And More

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

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