Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Tasks

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

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient intake, vitals, history, and preventive care. This role requires adherence to scope of practice, accurate documentation, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, drawing blood, performing POCT, vaccine administration, and assisting with procedures. Strong communication and familiarity with EMR are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a Medical Assistant certification or program completion as applicable.
• Two years of experience in a clinical practice as a Medical Assistant.
• Certification requirements include BLS with potential departmental timeline.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and document vitals, medical history, and screenings per policy.
• Assist with procedures and perform lab duties including venipuncture and POCT.
• Administer medications and vaccines per rights of administration and standing orders.
• Maintain clean, stocked work areas and ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team; escalate when needed.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

EHR familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Military medical training (DD214) in lieu

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient intake, vitals, history, and preventive care. This role requires adherence to scope of practice, accurate documentation, and teamwork.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, drawing blood, performing POCT, vaccine administration, and assisting with procedures. Strong communication and familiarity with EMR are essential.