Medical Assistant II: Patient Care & Lab

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

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant in the Greater Charlotte area to support clinicians with rooming patients, taking vital signs, and collecting patient history. You will assist with lab work, specimen processing, and coordinating care to ensure efficient clinic flow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to policy, with duties spanning medication administration, scheduling, and referrals.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to perform routine and complex clinical tasks within MA scope of practice.
• Familiarity with patient safety and privacy standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rooming patients and taking vital signs.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection; manage POCT per orders.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely following rights of medication administration.
• Handle prior authorizations, referrals, and patient messaging as needed.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked work environment and assist with training new teammates.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Clinical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

Military medical training (DD214)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant in the Greater Charlotte area to support clinicians with rooming patients, taking vital signs, and collecting patient history. You will assist with lab work, specimen processing, and coordinating care to ensure efficient clinic flow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to policy, with duties spanning medication administration, scheduling, and referrals.