Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Procedures

Atrium Health; Advance (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinic operations, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with procedures. The role requires accurate vital signs collection, patient education, and coordination with physicians and APPs.

Strong communication, infection control, and EMR skills are essential. The candidate will perform laboratory procedures, assist in minor procedures, and administer routine medications under approved protocols, ensuring patient comfort and safety

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience: 1 year preferred in medical assisting or clinical support.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and infection control guidelines.
• Proficient with electronic medical records and routine clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/ Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope.
• Performs laboratory procedures using aseptic technique and standard precautions.
• Assists physician/APP with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy.
• Administers routine medications under orders or standing protocols.

Skills

Clinical coordination

Patient communication

EMR proficiency

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Windows OS

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinic operations, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with procedures. The role requires accurate vital signs collection, patient education, and coordination with physicians and APPs.

Strong communication, infection control, and EMR skills are essential. The candidate will perform laboratory procedures, assist in minor procedures, and administer routine medications under approved protocols, ensuring patient comfort and safety