Clinical Medical Assistant I: Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and support in a clinical setting. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, performing screenings, and assisting the provider with procedures and lab duties.

The position requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent training, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or GED and completion of Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical training.
• Must be able to perform routine and complex clinical tasks within MA scope after demonstrated competency.
• Experience with patient intake, vital signs, and documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and maintains competency.
• Performs rooming and visit tasks including vital signs, medical history, and screenings.
• Assists provider with procedures and lab duties including venipuncture and POCT under CLIA guidelines.
• Administers medications and vaccines following the rights of administration.
• Handles refills, insurance authorizations, scheduling, and referrals as assigned.
• Maintains clean work environment and ensures equipment and supplies are stocked.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

Military clinical training (DD214)

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and support in a clinical setting. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, performing screenings, and assisting the provider with procedures and lab duties.

The position requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent training, with strong communication and teamwork skills.