Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

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JOB LOCATION:

Duke Eye Center of South Durham - 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, Durham, NC

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (6 months and 12 months).

**Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the sign-on bonus.**

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Medical Assistant, Certified at the Duke Eye Center of South Durham to assist Eye Center physicians and other technical support colleagues in preparing patients for intraocular injections.  This position would offer opportunities for professional growth and development, through encouragement for advancement on the clinical ladder and participation in educational opportunities.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting the medical and nursing staff during examination and procedures. 
•  Disposing of contaminated supplies, instrument processing, high level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments 
• Preparing patients for intraocular eye injections by instilling eye drops and preparing medication for administration
•  Assisting the physician with documentation and assuring the patient and family members are instructed on post procedure care and making appointments 

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires an education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
• Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required.   Please specify on resume which certification you have or will get, the certification number, and expiration date.
• Must have BLS Certification

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.

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About Duke University Health System

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