Salary : $38,958.40 - $44,802.16 AnnuallyLocation : Winston-Salem, NCJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 07932Department: Public HealthDivision: Personal Health ServicesOpening Date: 01/06/2025Closing Date: ContinuousGeneral Statement of DutiesThe Forsyth County Department of Public Health is seeking to add a well skilled Certified Medical Assistant to its clinical team. The medical assistant provides care to patients as directed under supervision of NP/MD/RN in the clinical setting. They will warmly welcome patients into the clinic, obtain and record vital signs, chief complaints, medical histories. Performs ordered lab test and blood draws. Cleans and transitions rooms preparing for next patient. Prepares patients for examination, assists providers during procedures. Cleans equipment and processes instruments for sterilization as assigned. Adheres to patient safety standards, HIPPA and confidentiality. Accurately documents in the electronic medical record. Serves patients with respect regarding their sexual orientation, gender identity, developmental level, race, etc. Distinguishing Features A successful candidate shou have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities Basic knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental conditions of clients to be served. Ability to establish rapport and relate to population served and a variety of service disciplines (nurse, doctor, social worker). Ability to follow written instructions. Ability to do basic interviews for health screenings. Ability to document in an electronic medical record. Ability to recognize basic orders and lab requests to accurately fill out forms and transport specimens. Ability to perform venipuncture, in a safe manner, and collect other specimens as ordered. Ability to access the NC Immunization Registry to assess vaccine needs and record vaccines given.Minimum Education and Experience High School Diploma/GED and one year experience as a certified medical assistant with phlebotomy experience.Certified Medical Assistant and CPR Certification is required.A valid drivers license is required. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential functions include but are not limited to:Ensure exam rooms are prepared for visit type.Obtains weight, height, B/P, vital signs; Interview clients obtaining history, chief complaint, review of medications.Assisting with patient care during appointments.Ensures accurate documentation in the EMR.Specimen collection and prepares for transport to the lab.Cleans equipment and processes instruments for sterilization.For Class Code Feed - do not remove01 The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. See resume is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
- Yes I understand and agree
- No I do not agree
02 What best describes your highest level of completed education?
- Did Not Finish High School
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Advanced Degree
03 Are you credentialed as a Certified Medical Assistant through the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants?
04 What best describes your year of experience working as a Certified Medical Assistant?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years or more
05 Do you have Public Health experience?
06 Do you have a valid driver's license?
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