Overview
We are a growing outpatient Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine practice in Durham seeking a motivated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our team. This is a part-time position (2-3 days per week) with strong potential to expand to full-time as the practice grows.
Because this is a new practice, you’ll have the unique opportunity to help shape our workflows, patient culture from the ground up. We are building something that puts patients first — and we’re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. If you enjoy providing hands-on patient care, contributing ideas, and working closely with a physician in a collaborative environment, this is an exceptional chance to grow your clinical career.
Key Responsibilities
- Room patients, take vitals, and document history in the EMR
- Perform pulmonary function testing (PFTs) – training provided
- Set up patients on CPAP equipment and provide basic education – training provided
- Coordinate referrals, authorizations, and follow-ups
- Collect copays and patient balances at the time of visit.
- Collaborate with virtual team members (schedulers, billing staff, etc.)
- Respond to patient messages and assist with basic phone triage
- Support prescription refill requests and pharmacy communication.
- Maintain exam room cleanliness and supply levels.
- Use clinical judgment and attention to detail to help guide patient care — we value team members who think critically, speak up when something is important, and collaborate with the physician to ensure patients receive the best care possible.
- Be an engaged part of the healthcare team — not just checking boxes, but actively participating in the care process and making patients feel seen, heard, and supported.
- Help design how the practice works — from improving patient flow to refining communication systems, your input will help us build a practice that is efficient, compassionate, and truly patient-centered.
Schedule & Growth Potential
- Part-time: 2-3 days per week (weekdays only Tuesday-Thursday).
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent + completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
- Current CPR certification
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Comfortable using electronic medical records and technology
- Friendly, dependable, and team-oriented
Preferred but not required.
- 1+ year experience in a clinical or outpatient medical setting
- Prior experience in customer service roles (e.g., retail, hospitality)
- Bilingual candidates (especially Spanish) are encouraged to apply
- MA certification is preferred but not required
About Our Practice.
Sleep Doc Direct is a new and growing Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine clinic dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a patient-friendly setting. Our team is committed to helping patients breathe better, sleep better, and live better — and we’re excited to bring on a Medical Assistant who shares our values of empathy, efficiency, and excellence.
Apply today to grow with a practice that values its patients and its people.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.50 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Application Question(s):
- Have you completed a program work as a medical assistant?
Ability to Commute:
- Durham, NC 27704 (Required)
Work Location: In person
