Medical Assistant II Urology-Charlois

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Nouvelle-Calédonie; On-site; EUR 26,392 - 41,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Educational Assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support a high-volume clinical team. You will perform rooming, vital signs, medical history review, and help with procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The role requires CMA/CCMA certifications, at least two years of experience, BLS, and the ability to lift 35 pounds. A positive, patient-centered approach and strong teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Two years of experience in a clinical MA role.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures in a clinical setting.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds and assist with patient handling where needed.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and follows policies and procedures.
• Performs rooming, vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history and health maintenance tasks.
• Assists provider with procedures and related tasks as ordered.
• Performs lab duties including venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling, and POCT.
• Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Medical vocabulary

Education

CMA (AAMA)

CCMA (NHA)

NCMA (NCCT)

RMA (AMT)

RMA (American Allied Health)

NCMSMA (NHCWA)

NRCMA (NAHP)

NRMA (NRMA)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Windows OS

Job description

Department: 02380 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Stratford Executive Pk Charlois - Urology

Status: Full time

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, no holidays or weekends.

Pay Range: $21.85 - $34.35

Major Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows all policies and procedures, and maintains training and competency based on area of specialty when providing patient care.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks such as vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings (depression, suicide, falls, social drivers of health, etc.).
• Assists provider with or performs procedures as ordered.
• Performs lab related duties such as venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling/packing, preparation of lab orders/requisitions, and results tracking. Point of Care testing (POCT) per standing order/provider order. Completes CLIA approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards.
• Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of medication administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety/regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication/supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
• Demonstrates effective and timely communication, teamwork, and appropriate escalation.
• Maintains a clean work environment ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned appropriately. Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order, and areas are appropriately stocked.
• May assist with training and onboarding of other teammates.
• May serve as a role champion or on a committee.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental standards.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) may be required within 1 year in select areas.
• Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment.
• Demonstrates professional practice advancement through professional governance, safety coach, super‑user, vaccine coordinator, SPICE or OSHA/IP certificate holder for unit.
• Achieves 6 points from the list of additional market responsibilities.

Current Medical Assistant Certification Requirements

• CMA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• CCMA from National Health Career Association (NHA)
• NCMA from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• RMA from American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• RMA from American Allied Health
• NCMSMA from National Healthcare Workers Association (NHCWA)
• NRCMA from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• NRMA from National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)

Experience

• Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a Windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other team member when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine‑hand manipulation skills.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids. Must wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Benefits

• Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
  • Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and other variable pay based on job role.
  • Incentive pay for select positions.
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Benefits and more
  • Paid Time Off programs.
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
  • Educational Assistance Program.