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Certified Medical Assistant

Employer
East Carolina University
Location
Greenville, NC

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Certified Medical Assistant Please see Special Instructions for more details. * 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. Position Details

Position Information

Job TitleCertified Medical AssistantPosition Number961257Vacancy Open toAll Candidates Time-LimitedNoDepartment Homepagehttps://www.ecu.edu/fammedAdvertising DepartmentFAMILY MEDICINEDivisionHealth SciencesClassification Title14106 Medical or Nursing AsstCompetency Level3 - AdvancedWorking TitleCertified Medical AssistantNumber of Vacancies1Full Time Equivalent (FTE)1.0Full Time or Part TimeFull TimeRecruitment Range$31,200 - $47,404Anticipated Hiring Range$34,310 - $36,000Salary Grade EquivalencyGN04Work ScheduleM-FWork Hours8-5Position Location (City)GreenvilleJob CategoryStaff - MedicalOrganizational Unit Overview

The Department of Family Medicine is one of eleven clinical departments at the Brody School of Medicine. The purpose of the department is to improve the health of the people of eastern North Carolina through leadership in Family Medicine education, research and health care services. The department provides accessible, high quality health care for its patients.

The Department of Family Medicine consists of seven divisions, as well as a central administration office. Each division has a responsibility that supports the overall mission of the department. The divisions include educational development, research, medical student education, residency, geriatrics, clinical services, and sports medicine. Clinical activities take place in the Family Medicine Center, Robert and Frances Monk Geriatric Center, Firetower Medical Office, nursing homes, Vidant Medical Center and in the community.

Job Duties

The Department of Family Medicine is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to assist with the flow of clinic patients in the Family Medicine Center. Responsibilities of this position include performing patient workups, assisting health care providers with clinical procedures, administering medications, and performing basic laboratory tests. Operation hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with extended hours on Monday and Thursday evenings.

If not already certified, please note that you must receive your Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification within 6 months from your start date for continued employment.

CLINICAL SUPPORT POSITION – NOT 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 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) is required. If not CMA certified, candidates should have successfully completed the requirements from an accredited medical assisting program that permit eligibility to sit for a national CMA certification (AAMA) exam within six months of employment.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Current basic CPR certification is preferred.

Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and the basic computer skills needed for entering data into the electronic medical record. Accuracy and attention to detail are crucial.

Experience in primary care and/or medical office clinical experience (including knowledge of vital sign measurements, injection protocols, pulmonary function tests, and EKG testing).

License or Certification required by the Department

Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) is required. If not CMA certified, candidates should have successfully completed the requirements from an accredited medical assisting program that permit eligibility to sit for a national CMA certification (AAMA) exam within six months of 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.
Job Open Date08/16/2019Job 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. 08/23/2019Open Until FilledNoQuick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttp://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/30910Alternate 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 for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).

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 employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you currently certified through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * If not certified through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), are you currently eligible for certification?
    • I am certified.
    • I am not certified, but I am currently eligible for certification.
    • I am not certified or eligible, but I will be eligible soon.
    • I am not certified or eligible, nor will I be eligible to be certified.
  3. * Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.
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    • Greenville Daily Reflector
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    • Chronicle of Higher Education
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    • Journal of Blacks in Higher Ed
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    • Women in Higher Ed
    • HigherEdJobs.com
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    • ECU Website
    • Other
Documents Needed To ApplyRequired Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
    2. Cover Letter
    3. List of References
    4. Licenses/Certifications

    Organization

    ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

    Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

    Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

    To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

    • Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
    • Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
    • Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
    • Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
    • Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
    • Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

    http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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