Certified Medical Assistant, CMA

Duke Careers

. Collect medical histories and monitor vital signs .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeChapel Hill • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including collecting medical histories, monitoring vital signs, and performing clinical tasks. Holds relevant certifications and possesses strong communication skills to educate patients and document care effectively.

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Certified Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Clinical Experience as a Medical AssistantKnowledge of Sterile TechniquesMedical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Collecting Medical HistoriesMonitoring Vital SignsPerforming EKGsConducting Basic Lab TestsAdministering MedicationsScheduling AppointmentsDocumenting in Medical RecordsHandling Prescription RefillsAssisting with Patient CarePerforming Registration and Charge Posting

Soft Skills

Clear Communication SkillsAbility to Follow InstructionsCollaborative WorkAbility to Lift Heavy ItemsPatient Education

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)AAMA CertificationAMT CertificationNHA-CCMA CertificationNCMA CertificationARMA Certification

Industry Keywords

Infection ControlHealth and SafetyAge-Specific Safety MeasuresSanitationPersonal HygieneJoint CommissionClinical SettingMedical Assistant ProgramCAAHEP AccreditationABHES Accreditation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect medical histories and monitor vital signs
Explain treatments to patients and prepare them for exams and procedures
Assist medical staff with patient care
Gather and prepare lab samples and conduct basic lab tests
Perform EKGs, remove sutures/staples, and change dressings
Educate patients and families about care and document in medical records
Dispose of contaminated supplies, process instruments, and clean medical equipment
Call in prescriptions, prepare and administer medications as instructed by the doctor, and handle prescription refills
Perform other clinical tasks assigned by the doctor
Greet patients, answer calls, schedule appointments, check out patients, and handle referral scheduling
Coordinate hospital admissions and lab services and update medical records
Complete forms, receive copays, collect balances, handle correspondence, and order supplies
Assist with clinic activities such as Joint Commission or fall prevention efforts and participate in clinic committees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certified Medical Assistant certification required prior to beginning position
High school or GED graduation required
Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA, or ARMA required
BLS required
Level I: No experience required
Level II: At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting
Level III: At least 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting
Level II and III applicants must meet all requirements in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred
For Levels II and III, graduation from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited medical assistant program strongly preferred
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to lift heavy items and assist with transporting patients in stretchers or wheelchairs
Knowledge of sterile techniques, sanitation, personal hygiene, health and safety, infection control, and age-specific safety measures
Familiarity with routine and special patient treatment procedures
Ability to perform registration, scheduling, charge posting, and order entry
Clear documentation and communication skills
Typing skills and medical terminology knowledge for Levels II and III
Ability to independently seek resources and work collaboratively

Benefits

Comp & perks

$7,500 commitment bonus for eligible candidates
Monday–Friday schedule, 8am–5pm
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodation information and provisions available