Medical Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits eligible

Paid Time Off programs

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I for its Charlotte, NC Bariatric Program. The role supports the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a 7am-4pm schedule, and a sign-on bonus eligibility based on organization requirements. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program or DD214-based clinical training, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or completion of structured military clinical training (DD214) in lieu of formal MA program.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vital signs, 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.

Skills

Excellent communication & Interpersona

EMR proficiency

Clinical skills competency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Department: 02030 GCMG Weight Management: Charlotte - Bariatric Program

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7am-4pm Monday-Friday Usually includes a half day

This position is sign-on bonus eligible if the candidate meets organization requirements.

Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80

The Medical Assistant I supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care.

Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.

They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or may have completed structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214 in lieu of a formal medical assistant program

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification

Key Responsibilities

• Follow Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and competency requirements.
• Room patients, obtain vital signs, 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 & Qualifications

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care