Certified Medical Assistant

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 26 May 2022

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Certified Medical Assistant
Position Number 964796
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited No
Department Homepage https://pediatrics.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department PEDS-GENERAL PEDIATRICS
Division Health Sciences
Classification Title 14106 Medical or Nursing Asst
Competency Level 3 - Advanced
Working Title Certified Medical Assistant
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $31,200 - $47,404
Anticipated Hiring Range $31,200 - $36,300
Salary Grade Equivalency GN07
Work Schedule M-F
Work Hours 8-5
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Medical
Organizational Unit Overview
The East Carolina University, School of Medicine, Pediatric Outpatient Clinic provides outpatient medical care for children from birth to age 21. The clinic staff assists clients in obtaining diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses as well as provides nursing care. Staff provides health education and access to information to enhance client health and to prevent illness. Staff provides for client comfort and safety while endeavoring to be as cost effective to keep medical costs down. The Pediatric Clinics are a service component of the Department of Pediatrics in the School of Medicine. These clinics are involved in the treatment of patients as a function of the training and education of medical students, physicians and allied health personnel in primary medical care on a regional consultative basis for eastern North Carolina.
Job Duties
The Department of Pediatrics is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to work at the Adult and Pediatric HealthCare Clinic. The selected candidate will assist in the outpatient management of general pediatric and adult patients. This position necessitates an energetic and enthusiastic individual to assist with the outpatient health care management of both well and sick children. Independent care will be expected, including administering immunizations. Responsibilities of this position include nursing support, technical assistance, assisting physicians with some procedures, and the activities of maintaining a safe environment. The selected candidate will interact with residents, medical students, nursing students, and other learners on a daily basis to teach procedures and concepts that relate to nursing practice. The selected candidate will also serve as an educator for the patient population and their families regarding preventative health measures, disease, and disease management. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to handle high volumes of phone calls, possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, and basic computer skills needed for entering data into the electronic medical record. Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to communicate with patients and patient families, as well as with healthcare professionals is crucial. Other responsibilities include the ability to work independently, prioritize and handle multiple tasks, and complete tasks efficiently and effectively in a timely manner.
Currently, hours of clinic operation are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with a rotating scheduled late day to cover patient care.
CLINICAL SUPPORT POSITIONNOT SUBJECT TO STATE HUMAN RESOURCES ACT.
The ECU Brody School of Medicine is affiliated with Vidant Medical Center. Vidant Medical Center is the flagship hospital for Vidant Health and serves as the teaching hospital for the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.
Minimum Education/Experience
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Requires certification through the North Carolina Board of Nursing, or certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); or, requires successful completion of the requirements from an accredited medical assisting program that permit eligibility to sit for a national certification exam.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). If not already certified, please note that Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants must be obtained within 6 months from your start date for continued employment.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Possess one year of outpatient clinical experience or completion of an appropriate internship.
Current basic CPR certification.
License or Certification required by the Department
Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). If not already certified, please note that Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants must be obtained within 6 months from your start date for continued employment.
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 05/18/2022
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 05/26/2022
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/50011
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.


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