Clinical Medical Assistant I — Internal Medicine

Advocate Health Care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Charlotte, NC Internal Medicine clinic. The role involves preparing patients for exams, assisting physicians, performing basic lab procedures, and administering routine medications under approved protocols.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program or 2 years of MA experience and BLS certification within 45 days. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for patient flow and care coordination.

Qualifications

• GED or HS Equivalency Diploma.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years of verifiable full-time MA experience within the last 5 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting health information.
• Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician.
• Performs laboratory procedures (strep test, wound culture, specimen collection) using aseptic technique.
• Assists Physician/APP with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy.
• Administers routine medications under orders or standing protocols.
• Facilitates referrals and confirms upcoming appointments or tests.
• Communicates with the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and patient care.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

GED or HS Equivalency Diploma

Medical Assistant program or 2 years experience

Tools

None

Job description

Advocate Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Charlotte, NC Internal Medicine clinic. The role involves preparing patients for exams, assisting physicians, performing basic lab procedures, and administering routine medications under approved protocols.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program or 2 years of MA experience and BLS certification within 45 days. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for patient flow and care coordination.