Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations in a fast-paced setting in the Charlotte area. The role requires adherence to scope of practice, rooming patients, gathering medical histories, performing screenings, and assisting with procedures and lab tasks.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program or equivalent clinical training, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform routine and complex clinical tasks accurately.
• Proficient with basic computer applications and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and follows policies.
• Performs vital signs, med reconciliation, medical history and screenings.
• Assists provider with procedures and lab duties including venipuncture and specimen handling.
• Administers medications and vaccines following safety protocols.
• Performs scheduling, referrals, and insurance authorizations as needed.
• Maintains clean, organized work environment and proper stocking of supplies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program / DD214 clinical training

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations in a fast-paced setting in the Charlotte area. The role requires adherence to scope of practice, rooming patients, gathering medical histories, performing screenings, and assisting with procedures and lab tasks.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program or equivalent clinical training, and strong communication skills.