Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

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

Job summary

Atrium Health in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in clinic settings. You will perform rooming tasks, take vital signs, review medical history, conduct screenings, and assist providers with procedures, all while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Additional duties include phlebotomy support, specimen handling, lab testing per CLIA waivers, immunizations, medication refills, scheduling, referrals, and effective communication with patients and the care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or DD214 in lieu of formal program.
• Experience assisting with patient care and basic clinical tasks is preferred.
• Knowledge of lab procedures and safety practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and follows policies.
• Performs rooming tasks: vital signs, history, health maintenance, screenings.
• Assists providers with procedures and tests.
• Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen handling per CLIA waivers.
• Administers vaccines and medications safely.
• Manages patient communications and scheduling; parental/guardian education.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or DD214 clinical in lieu

Tools

EMR systems

Basic computer skills

Job description

Atrium Health in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in clinic settings. You will perform rooming tasks, take vital signs, review medical history, conduct screenings, and assist providers with procedures, all while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Additional duties include phlebotomy support, specimen handling, lab testing per CLIA waivers, immunizations, medication refills, scheduling, referrals, and effective communication with patients and the care