Medical Assistant II — Patient Care & Lab Specialist

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

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Carmel Family Medicine team. The role involves patient rooming, vital signs, history taking, health maintenance, and assisting clinicians with procedures.

You will perform CLIA‑waived tests and ensure accurate specimen handling, with duties including medication administration and vaccine delivery. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, with relevant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or military clinical training may apply.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and facility policies.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks including vital signs, history, health maintenance, and screenings.
• Assists provider with procedures and performs lab-related duties (venipuncture, specimen handling, POCT).
• Administers medications and vaccines following medication administration rights.
• Maintains clean, stocked work area and may train other teammates.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

CMA/RMA certification by AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT/AMCA/NAHP/NRMA

CLIA-waived testing & POCT

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Carmel Family Medicine team. The role involves patient rooming, vital signs, history taking, health maintenance, and assisting clinicians with procedures.

You will perform CLIA‑waived tests and ensure accurate specimen handling, with duties including medication administration and vaccine delivery. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, with relevant