Medical Assistant II: Patient Care & Procedures Pro

Atrium Health; Locust (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, vitals, and documentation. You will perform rooming tasks, assist with procedures, and ensure accurate lab and medication processing in a dynamic clinical setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and patient-centered care across age groups, with opportunities to train teammates and contribute to committee work.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clinical practice as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to perform routine and complex clinical tasks within the Medical Assistant scope.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with electronic health records and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows all policies and procedures, and maintains training and competency based on area of specialty when providing patient care.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks such as vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings (depression, suicide, falls, social drivers of health, etc.).
• Assists provider with or performs procedures as ordered.
• Performs lab related duties such as venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling/packing, preparation of lab orders/requisitions, and results tracking. Point of Care testing (POCT) per standing order/provider order. Completes CLIA waived tests.
• Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of medication administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety/regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication/supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
• Demonstrates effective and timely communication, teamwork, and appropriate escalation.
• Maintains a clean work environment ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned appropriately. Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order, and areas are appropriately stocked.
• May assist with training and onboarding of other teammates.
• May serve as a role champion or on a committee.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or DD214/EMT equivalent

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, vitals, and documentation. You will perform rooming tasks, assist with procedures, and ensure accurate lab and medication processing in a dynamic clinical setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and patient-centered care across age groups, with opportunities to train teammates and contribute to committee work.