CMA/RMA - Atrium Health Charlotte Pediatrics Blakeney FT

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

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their pediatric clinic team in Charlotte, NC. This full-time position involves supporting physicians with patient care through documentation, medication administration, and clinic organization. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and a commitment to providing exceptional care across various patient demographics.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Robust benefits packages

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.
• 3 years clinical experience or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with patient care, including intake and documentation.
• Administers vaccines and medications as required.
• Checks vital signs and performs routine tests.

Skills

Venipuncture

Medication Administration

Patient Care

Electronic Documentation

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

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$ Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Charlotte, NC, United States
Job ID: 152657
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 27011020633177-Pediatric Clinic

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Primary Purpose

Responsible for assisting the physician and/or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP) with patient care, patient intake at office visit, documentation, vaccine and medication administration, clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Assists with appointment scheduling and maintaining medical record.

Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric population of patients, as pertinent to the scope of the specialty of the office setting.
• Pre-visit planning with provider and care team.
• Follows the patient intake/rooming work in place at the practice.
• May include medication administration, including injections.
• Check vital signs, height, and weight.
• May assist with reviewing medication history and updating medication list.
• May assist with satisfaction of pertinent health maintenance requirements.
• Point of Care testing (POCT) per standing order or provider order.
• Utilizes standard precautions, complies with CHS Policies; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations; and The Joint Commission (TJC), Division of Facility Services (DFS), and other Regulatory Agency standards as applicable to the practice.
• Reports patient's condition and reaction to the provider following procedures, medication administration, or treatments.· Assists with patient inquiries for prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and referral authorization as needed.
• Participates in electronic documentation of care at the direction of the provider.
• Completes CLIA approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards. Performs Quality Control and maintenance for Point of Care in-office lab procedures, as applicable.
• Performs venipuncture. May be required to assist with collection of specimens of body fluids such as urine and blood for laboratory testing. Completes lab requisitions and prepares specimens for pick-up.
• Responsible for monitoring inventory and stock medications, narcotics, and emergency medications/equipment specific to the practice setting.
• Ensures that all ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests are tracked and logged, and that the provider is presented with all test results.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required. Must maintain current certification.

Must possess one of the following:

a) Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

b) Intermediate EMT or Paramedic Program with 3 years prior clinical experience required.

c) Structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214.

d) Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing.

e) 3 years on the job training and successful completion of CHS Medical Group approved competency assessment.

Certification / License

Recognized/certified as a CMA or RMA by one of the following National Organizations:

• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• National HealthCareer Association (NHA)
• American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. Must speak, read, and write Basic English fluently. Intact senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch. Manual finger dexterity.

Preferred Job Requirements

Certification / License

National Certification Medical Association