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Medical Assistant Job in Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Medical Assistant in Rocky Mount, NC

Company:TeamHealth

Profession/Specialty:Medical Assistant

Location:Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals seeking behavioral health services. At TeamHealth, we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care.

Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate certified medical assistant (CMA) or registered medical assistant (RMA) to join our growing behavioral health team in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. This role is essential in supporting clinicians, coordinating patient care, and ensuring a positive experience for every patient we serve. Compensation range is between $16-$22 per hour.

Key Responsibilities
Patient Care and Support
  • Assist with patient intake, vital signs, mental health screenings, and laboratory referrals
  • Help create a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for patients and families
  • Collect DNA samples and administer injections as appropriate
Care Coordination
  • Collaborate closely with psychiatric NPs, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care
  • Coordinate medication requests, follow-up appointments, and referral needs
Clinical Administration
  • Complete intake triage and maintain accurate patient documentation
  • Process prior authorizations for psychotropic medications in a timely and accurate manner
  • Support clinic workflows to ensure efficient daily operations

Qualifications Required
  • Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
  • Current CMA or RMA credential
  • Experience obtaining vital signs, documenting patient information, and supporting clinical procedures

Preferred Skills and Attributes
  • Strong commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Understanding of and sensitivity to diverse patient populations and behavioral health needs
  • Experience working with EHR systems (Epic)

Why Join Us?
  • Meaningful work supporting individuals on their mental health journey
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient outcomes and community wellness
  • Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

If you are passionate about patient care and want to make a difference in behavioral health, we encourage you to apply today.

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- Industry-leading onboarding training program
- Company issued iPad supporting seamless remote access for enhanced collaboration
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back office as well as local management support
- Dental, health, vision, 401k and more
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance

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