Medical Assistant II: Patient Care & Lab Specialist

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced setting. You will room patients, collect vitals and histories, and assist with procedures. You will perform venipuncture, POCT, and lab prep, while ensuring vaccines and medications are administered safely.

You will coordinate referrals and schedule appointments, maintaining a clean, compliant workspace. The role requires high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program, and BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; MA program completion where applicable.
• Two years of MA experience preferred in some divisions.
• BLS certification required and maintained.
• Experience with EMR and lab workflows is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and record vitals, med history, and screening results.
• Assist providers with procedures and basic clinical tasks.
• Perform venipuncture, specimen handling, and POCT per protocols.
• Administer medications and vaccines following safety rules.
• Coordinate referrals, scheduling, and patient communications.
• Maintain clean, stocked clinical areas and equipment readiness.
• Support training of teammates and adherence to policies.
• Provide age-appropriate care and document in EMR accurately.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Medication administration

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

2 years MA experience (DD214 in lieu)

BLS certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced setting. You will room patients, collect vitals and histories, and assist with procedures. You will perform venipuncture, POCT, and lab prep, while ensuring vaccines and medications are administered safely.

You will coordinate referrals and schedule appointments, maintaining a clean, compliant workspace. The role requires high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program, and BLS.