Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Weight Loss Surgery Clinic

Are you a compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do you have a passion for helping patients achieve their weight loss goals? Look no further than our Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position at the Weight Loss Surgery Clinic at Duke University. Our clinic is seeking a highly skilled and motivated CMA to join our team and provide top-notch care to our patients. As a CMA in our clinic, you will play a crucial role in assisting our physicians and supporting our patients through their weight loss journey. If you have the required qualifications and a personal commitment to making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

1. Assist physicians in all aspects of patient care, including conducting initial assessments, taking vitals, and administering medications.
2. Provide education and support to patients on weight loss strategies, including nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
3. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients.
4. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.
5. Ensure that all equipment and supplies are properly sterilized and maintained.
6. Respond to patient inquiries and concerns in a timely and compassionate manner.
7. Conduct patient follow-up appointments and assist with scheduling procedures and consultations.
8. Adhere to all HIPAA and other regulatory guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality.
9. Participate in staff meetings and continuing education opportunities to stay current with best practices in weight loss surgery and patient care.
10. Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude towards patients and colleagues at all times.
11. Assist with administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing patient files.
12. Act as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care.
13. Maintain a clean and organized clinic environment.
14. Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols.
15. Continuously strive to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Weight Loss Surgery Clinic in Durham, NC, USA is $14 - $19 per hour. This equates to an annual salary range of approximately $29,120 - $39,520. However, this salary can vary depending on factors such as experience, certification, and the specific weight loss surgery clinic.

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day town of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke. Duke's campus spans over 8,600 acres (3,500 hectares) on three contiguous sub-campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. The West Campus—designed largely by architect Julian Abele—incorporates Gothic architecture with the 210-foot (64-meter) Duke Chapel at the campus' center and highest point of elevation, is adjacent to the Medical Center. East Campus, 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) away, home to all first-years, contains Georgian-style architecture. The university administers two concurrent schools in Asia, Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore (established in 2005) and Duke Kunshan University in Kunshan, China (established in 2013).