Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Lab Support

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

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and ACPs with patient care, intake, and documentation. You will perform pre-visit planning, vital signs checks, injections as needed, and basic Point of Care testing in a busy office.

Responsibilities include documenting care electronically, assisting with scheduling, maintaining med inventory, and ensuring OSHA/CLIA compliance. Requires MA program completion and BLS certification, with NC work eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• National Certification Medical Assistant preferred.
• Experience with pre-visit planning and patient rooming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care, intake, and documentation for diverse age groups.
• Pre-visit planning with provider and care team.
• Performs venipuncture and basic CLIA-waived tests.
• Checks vital signs, height, weight, and medication history.
• Maintains medication inventory and completes lab requisitions.
• Documents care electronically and assists with appointment scheduling.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, CLIA, and regulatory standards.
• Supports patient inquiries for refills and referrals.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy/venipuncture

Medical terminology

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification

National Certification Medical Association

Job description

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and ACPs with patient care, intake, and documentation. You will perform pre-visit planning, vital signs checks, injections as needed, and basic Point of Care testing in a busy office.

Responsibilities include documenting care electronically, assisting with scheduling, maintaining med inventory, and ensuring OSHA/CLIA compliance. Requires MA program completion and BLS certification, with NC work eligibility.