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Requisition Number: 268837
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27704
Personnel Area: DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 22, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke Regional Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.
Duke Nursing Highlights:
- Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
- Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
- Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
- Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
- Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Occ Summary
The Medical Assistant, Certified functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The Medical Assistant, Certified performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice that assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.
Work Performed
Clinical responsibilities: The CMA takes medical histories and records vital signs, explains treatment procedures to patients, and prepares patients for examinations and procedures. Patient care support responsibilities may include assisting the medical and nursing staff during examination and procedures, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, performing basic laboratory tests in the clinic/office, taking electrocardiograms, removing sutures/staples, changing sterile and non-sterile dressings, promoting patient/family understanding of the educational content and his/her involvement in the plan of care, and documenting in the patient record. Other clinical support responsibilities include disposing of contaminated supplies, instrument processing, high level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments, telephoning prescriptions to a pharmacy, preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician, and authorizing drug refills as directed. Performs other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.
Administrative responsibilities: The CMA greets patients, answers telephones, schedules appointments to include arrive appointments in MaestroCare, checks out patients, and referral scheduling; arranges for hospital admissions and laboratory services, updates and files patient medical records, fills out insurance forms, handles billing, bookkeeping to include receiving copays and collections on account balances; correspondence, and ordering clinical and clerical supplies and forms. Performs other administrative duties as directed. May be requested to be a liaison for clinic activities such as Joint Commission and falls and/or participate in clinic committees.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good customer service skills.
- Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions generally acquired through a high school education and medical assistant programming.
- Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
- Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
- Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting.
- Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
- Age specific competencies.
- Daily clinic preparation process; registration, scheduling, charge posting, order entry.
- Able to document and communicate pertinent information.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.
- Typing skills.
- Medical terminology.
- Levels II and III - Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
Level Characteristics
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Level I - Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level II - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level III - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level IV - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Experience
Level I - No experience required.
Level II - 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
Level III - 2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
Level IV - 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting. Note: 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree in Medical Assisting. General Ladder Statement: In addition to the education and experience noted, applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document for Levels II, III, and IV.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Level I - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level II - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level III - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level IV - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 268837
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27704
Personnel Area: DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 22, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke Regional Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.
Duke Nursing Highlights:
- Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
- Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
- Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
- Duke University Health System has 6000+ registered nurses
- Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Occ Summary
The Medical Assistant, Certified functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The Medical Assistant, Certified performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice that assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.
Work Performed
Clinical responsibilities: The CMA takes medical histories and records vital signs, explains treatment procedures to patients, and prepares patients for examinations and procedures. Patient care support responsibilities may include assisting the medical and nursing staff during examination and procedures, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, performing basic laboratory tests in the clinic/office, taking electrocardiograms, removing sutures/staples, changing sterile and non-sterile dressings, promoting patient/family understanding of the educational content and his/her involvement in the plan of care, and documenting in the patient record. Other clinical support responsibilities include disposing of contaminated supplies, instrument processing, high level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments, telephoning prescriptions to a pharmacy, preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician, and authorizing drug refills as directed. Performs other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the physician.
Administrative responsibilities: The CMA greets patients, answers telephones, schedules appointments to include arrive appointments in MaestroCare, checks out patients, and referral scheduling; arranges for hospital admissions and laboratory services, updates and files patient medical records, fills out insurance forms, handles billing, bookkeeping to include receiving copays and collections on account balances; correspondence, and ordering clinical and clerical supplies and forms. Performs other administrative duties as directed. May be requested to be a liaison for clinic activities such as Joint Commission and falls and/or participate in clinic committees.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good customer service skills.
- Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions generally acquired through a high school education and medical assistant programming.
- Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
- Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
- Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting.
- Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
- Age specific competencies.
- Daily clinic preparation process; registration, scheduling, charge posting, order entry.
- Able to document and communicate pertinent information.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.
- Typing skills.
- Medical terminology.
- Levels II and III - Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
Level Characteristics
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Level I - Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level II - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level III - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Level IV - Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation required.
Experience
Level I - No experience required.
Level II - 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
Level III - 2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting.
Level IV - 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified in a clinical setting. Note: 1 year of experience will be provided for an Associate degree in Medical Assisting. General Ladder Statement: In addition to the education and experience noted, applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document for Levels II, III, and IV.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Level I - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level II - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level III - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Level IV - Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Align your CMA certification before applying
Duke's clinical hiring teams expect active CMA certification from AAMA or NHA before extending an offer. If your credential is from outside the U.S., confirm equivalency early, because gaps here stall sponsorship conversations before they start.
Target Duke Health's outpatient clinic postings
Certified Medical Assistant openings at Duke are concentrated in ambulatory and specialty care, not inpatient units. Filter your search by Duke Health's outpatient locations to find the roles most likely to carry sponsorship support from the central HR team.
Understand E-3 eligibility for Australian applicants
Duke sponsors E-3 visas for qualifying clinical roles, and the E-3 has no lottery, so timelines are far more predictable than H-1B. If you hold Australian citizenship, confirm your job offer includes an LCA filing with the DOL before signing anything.
Use Migrate Mate to identify open CMA roles
Sponsorship-eligible CMA postings at Duke can be hard to surface through general job boards. Search Migrate Mate to filter for Duke University roles that actively support visa sponsorship, so you're not applying blind to positions that won't move forward.
Prepare for H-1B cap timing if you're not cap-exempt
Duke University qualifies as a cap-exempt employer, which means H-1B petitions for Duke Health roles can be filed year-round and aren't subject to the April lottery. Confirm your specific position falls under the university's cap-exempt umbrella before counting on this benefit.
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Does Duke University sponsor H-1B visas for Certified Medical Assistants?
Yes, Duke University sponsors H-1B visas for Certified Medical Assistant roles. As a cap-exempt employer, Duke can file H-1B petitions with USCIS at any time of year, bypassing the annual lottery. This makes H-1B sponsorship significantly more accessible here than at private-sector employers. You'll still need active CMA certification and a qualifying specialty occupation determination from Duke's HR team before the petition moves forward.
How do I apply for Certified Medical Assistant jobs at Duke University?
Apply directly through Duke Health's careers portal, where CMA openings are posted by clinic or department. Roles are often listed under ambulatory care or specialty practices. To filter specifically for positions open to visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which surfaces Duke University CMA postings alongside sponsorship eligibility details so you're not spending time on roles that won't support your immigration status.
Which visa types are commonly used for Certified Medical Assistant roles at Duke University?
Duke sponsors H-1B visas for CMA roles where the position qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards. Australian citizens may be sponsored through the E-3 visa, which requires a DOL-certified Labor Condition Application but has no lottery. For longer-term pathways, Duke supports EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa petitions, which involve PERM labor certification through the DOL before USCIS filing.
What qualifications does Duke University expect for Certified Medical Assistant positions?
Duke typically requires active CMA certification through AAMA or NCCT, or RMA certification through AMT. Most postings also expect clinical experience in phlebotomy, vital signs, and electronic health records systems. For international candidates, foreign credentials or training programs need to align with U.S. certification standards, and you should expect Duke's HR team to verify credential equivalency before moving to the visa sponsorship conversation.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a CMA role at Duke University?
Timeline depends on visa type. E-3 sponsorship typically moves fastest, with DOL LCA certification taking around seven business days and consular processing adding a few weeks. H-1B petitions at cap-exempt employers like Duke can be filed year-round, with USCIS standard processing taking three to six months. PERM-based Green Card pathways involve additional DOL recruitment and filing steps that can add a year or more before the immigrant petition stage.
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