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Forsyth County, NC

Certified Medical Assistant

Forsyth County, NC, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104

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Salary :

$38,958.40 - $44,802.16 Annually Location :

Winston-Salem, NC Job Type:

Full Time Job Number:

07932 Department:

Public Health Division:

Personal Health Services Opening Date:

06/09/2025

General Statement of Duties The 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. **Start date for this position will be on or after July 1, 2025** 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This position has been identified to interact with children and must comply with NC G.S. 153A-94.2(b) "requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI." These checks must be conducted in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, the statute which authorizes the SBI to provide a fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential 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 remove 01

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?

Yes No

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?

Yes No

06

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Yes No

Required Question