Medical Assistant - Dermatology, SouthPark

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Medical Assistant I to support the care team with clinical tasks and essential administrative duties that keep patient care safe and efficient.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, complete an accredited MA program or applicable military clinical training, and hold current AHA BLS certification.

Join an organization that emphasizes professionalism and compassionate patient interactions, with opportunities to grow within a large health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program or structured military clinical training per DD214 or EMT.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follow MA scope, policies, and competency requirements.
• Room patients, obtain vital signs, review medications, and screenings.
• Assist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect specimens, perform venipuncture, and run lab tests.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely.
• Support care with refills, referrals, scheduling, and insurance authorizations.
• Cross-train to support clinic and specialty needs.
• Communicate effectively with patients and care team.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and equipment.
• Provide age-appropriate care across lifespan.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Electronic medical records

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion or DD214/EMT clinical training

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Windows OS proficiency

MS Office basics

Job description

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

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 required
• 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 or EMT
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required

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.