Medical Assistant I - Patient Care & Lab Support (Sign-on)

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family benefits

Retirement plans

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support the care team in Charlotte, NC. The role involves clinical and administrative duties essential to patient care, with a focus on safety, privacy, and professionalism.

40 hours per week on day shift, with sign-on bonus eligibility for qualified candidates. Responsibilities include clerical support, vital signs, venipuncture, specimen collection, injections, vaccinations, and coordinating referrals and insurance authorizations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or DD214/EMT in lieu of formal MA program.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA program or DD214/EMT training

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support the care team in Charlotte, NC. The role involves clinical and administrative duties essential to patient care, with a focus on safety, privacy, and professionalism.

40 hours per week on day shift, with sign-on bonus eligibility for qualified candidates. Responsibilities include clerical support, vital signs, venipuncture, specimen collection, injections, vaccinations, and coordinating referrals and insurance authorizations.