Medical Assistant II - GI Care & Lab Tech

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance Program

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join the Gastrointestinal Medicine team. The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation, and assisting providers with procedures.

Responsibilities include lab duties such as venipuncture and POCT, administering medications and vaccines, and maintaining a safe, well-organized practice. Excellent teamwork and patient communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or structured military training in lieu of a formal program.
• Two years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years (for certain divisions).
• Certified or registered CMA/RMA by national organizations may be required depending on division.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and follows department policies.
• Performs rooming tasks, vital signs, med reconciliation, history taking, screenings, and health maintenance.
• Assists providers with procedures and performs lab duties including venipuncture and POCT.
• Administers medications and vaccines per rights of administration.
• Maintains a clean, stocked work environment and supports onboarding of teammates.
• Communicates effectively and escalates as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication reconciliation

Patient assessment

Lab procedures

Venipuncture

Vaccinations

CLIA waived tests

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Structured military clinical training (DD214)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join the Gastrointestinal Medicine team. The role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation, and assisting providers with procedures.

Responsibilities include lab duties such as venipuncture and POCT, administering medications and vaccines, and maintaining a safe, well-organized practice. Excellent teamwork and patient communication are essential for success.