Medical Assistant I: Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in daily patient care. This role covers patient rooming, vital signs, history taking, and care coordination with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include assisting procedures, venipuncture, CLIA-waived testing, vaccine administration, and timely communication with providers. On-site teamwork is essential in a busy clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
• High school diploma or GED required; MA program completion preferred.
• Current BLS certification and CMA/RMA credentials per division requirements.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vitals, document medical history, and review health maintenance.
• Assist providers with procedures and perform lab duties including venipuncture and POCT.
• Administer medications and vaccines following safety protocols.
• Handle referrals, authorizations, scheduling, and patient messaging.
• Maintain clean, stocked work areas and proper equipment function.
• Communicate effectively with team and escalate issues as needed.
• May participate in training and onboarding of teammates.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR software

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Advocate Health in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in daily patient care. This role covers patient rooming, vital signs, history taking, and care coordination with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include assisting procedures, venipuncture, CLIA-waived testing, vaccine administration, and timely communication with providers. On-site teamwork is essential in a busy clinic setting.