Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support the care team with essential clinical and administrative tasks that keep patient care moving smoothly. You will room patients, record vitals, assist with exams and procedures, collect specimens, and help with vaccines and referrals.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (or relevant DD214 military clinical training), and American Heart Association BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or structured military clinical training per DD214.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vitals, review medications and complete screenings.
• Assist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect specimens, perform venipuncture, and complete lab testing as appropriate.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely.
• Support patient care through refills, referrals, scheduling, and insurance authorizations.
• Cross-train to support clinic and specialty-specific needs.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and care team members.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms and equipment.
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient communication

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or DD214 training

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support the care team with essential clinical and administrative tasks that keep patient care moving smoothly. You will room patients, record vitals, assist with exams and procedures, collect specimens, and help with vaccines and referrals.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (or relevant DD214 military clinical training), and American Heart Association BLS certification.