Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Macon, GA is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide patient care, support clinical staff, and perform routine and complex tasks within scope of practice.

The role includes vital signs collection, med reconciliation, history taking, screening tests, and assisting with procedures, labs, and vaccinations as per policy. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical training per DD214 in lieu of a program.
• 2 years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and follows policies.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks including vital signs, history, and screenings.
• Assists provider with procedures and performs lab duties (venipuncture, specimen handling, POCT).
• Administers medications and vaccines following right-of-care protocols.
• Coordinates refills, authorizations, scheduling, and referrals.

Skills

Communication

EMR/electronic records

Customer service

Clinical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion or equivalent

2 years of Medical Assistant experience

Job description

Advocate Health in Macon, GA is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide patient care, support clinical staff, and perform routine and complex tasks within scope of practice.

The role includes vital signs collection, med reconciliation, history taking, screening tests, and assisting with procedures, labs, and vaccinations as per policy. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.