Certified Medical Assistant - Child Health Clinic
About the role
Wake County Public Health Clinics provide services to all eligible Wake County residents regardless of race, background, or circumstance. We are currently seeking a skilled Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join #TeamWake! The Child Health Certified Medical Assistant position is part of a team that provides preventive and primary health services that support the growth, development, and overall well-being of children. The Child Health clinic operates Monday through Friday. Location: Public Health Building, Raleigh, NC 27610. At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.
Responsibilities
- Receive delegated tasks from Registered Nurse
- Measuring and recording of vital signs
- Maintain examination rooms by ensuring they are properly prepared for use by health providers and clients
- Administer vaccinations
- Collect lab specimens
- Assist with managing supplies
- Document in electronic medical record (EMR) per policy
- Clean the work areas as directed by OSHA regulations
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Six months of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), certified nurse's assistant II (CNA II), or registered medical assistant (RMA)
- License or certification: CNAII, CMA, RMA from an accredited school recognized by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, United States Department of Education (USDE), or Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted
- Influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment (subject to compliance with federal law)
- Active participation in department emergency preparedness and response activities, including temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours as needed