MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Durham, North Carolina, As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.   JOB LOCATION NCEENT of North Durham – 4102 North Roxboro Street, Durham, NC   JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a  Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Scribe  at  North Carolina Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat (NCEENT)  in  Durham, NC (and satellite locations) . This position performs varied clerical/clinical duties, assists the physicians and clinical staff in maintaining an efficient and effective clinical operation.   JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Accompany physician during patient examination. Document examination findings and/or procedures performed by the physician Place orders as dictated by the physician Document results of testing and labs as dictated by the physician Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the team approach to patient care and documentation Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to document patient care as dictated by the physician within the electronic medical record Assist and direct patients within the clinic setting Clean and disinfect exam rooms and testing/procedure areas per clinic guidelines Match records against source documents to verify accuracy of records and compliance with rules and procedures of appropriate system; resolve discrepancies in records by contacting appropriate office to obtain information on source of discrepancy and following through on changing any errors in documentation Treat all patient information and communication regarding patient care with complete confidentiality and comply with all HIPPA regulations Assist patient and physician during laser procedures Perform ancillary testing, including but not limited to Visual Field testing and OCT testing Travel to Satellite Locations for scheduled shifts Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein     JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS High school education or equivalent Six months of health care experience required Job Code: 00004092 MEDICAL ASSISTANT Job Level: B2   Duke is an Affirmative Action/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, sexual orientation, or veteran 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.

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