Medical Assistant I: Patient Care & Lab Skills

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced environment. The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, updating medical histories, and performing routine screening tasks in collaboration with clinicians.

The position requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent military training, with two years of clinical experience and a current BLS certification. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical practice experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
• Experience in a clinical setting handling rooming, vitals, and charting.

Responsibilities

• Perform rooming tasks: vital signs, medical history, screenings, and health maintenance.
• Assist provider with procedures and administer medications as ordered.
• Perform lab duties: venipuncture, specimen labeling/packing, and waived CLIA tests; document results.

Skills

Vital signs assessment

Medication reconciliation

Lab specimen collection

Point-of-Care testing

Patient communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Military medical training / EMT in lieu

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced environment. The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, updating medical histories, and performing routine screening tasks in collaboration with clinicians.

The position requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent military training, with two years of clinical experience and a current BLS certification. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.