Job Information
Actalent Medical Assistant in Raleigh, North Carolina
Job Title: Medical AssistantJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting healthcare providers with patient care, including rooming and intake processes, collecting and documenting vital signs, and providing patient education and follow-up instructions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Conduct rooming and intake processes, including collecting and documenting vital signs, height, weight, and patient visit reasons.
Collect patient and family data, including medical and social history.
Review patient’s current medication list, allergies, and preferred pharmacy.
Assist the provider during treatments, examinations, and procedures.
Collect specimens and perform phlebotomy.
Administer medications under the direction of a provider.
Perform tests, such as EKGs and eye exams, under the direction of a provider.
Review patient records to determine if routine health screenings are required.
Ensure exam/procedure rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies, equipment, forms, and educational materials.
Provide patients with after-visit, follow-up, self-care, or procedural instructions and educational materials as directed.
Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain exam and treatment rooms.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Assist with patient registration, check-in/check-out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests and treatments.
Answer clinic telephone and assist in-basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.
Assist in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.
Precept new medical assistant hires and externs, and train other medical assistants in clinic procedures.
Assist the physician with maintaining preventive health measures for a panel of patients.
Perform clinic-based quality or safety roles, such as clinic safety coordinator, maintaining immunization or medication registry, and conducting required audits.
Manage clinic supply ordering.
Essential Skills
Experience with Epic electronic medical records system.
Certification as a Medical Assistant by AAMA, AMT, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from AHA or ARC.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to perform phlebotomy.
Ability to perform essential functions outlined above.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to engage positively with patients and families.
Ability to work as part of a team with staff and providers.
Proficiency in using a computer to document information into the electronic medical record.
At least one year of full-time experience as a Medical Assistant.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES is preferred but not required.
Work Environment
This is a full-time position with a schedule of 5x8-hour days, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There are no weekend or on-call requirements. The work environment requires Basic Life Support (BLS) and Epic system proficiency.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00
• 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 Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.