Medical Assistant: Patient Care & EHR Specialist

Appalachian Mountain Health; Robbinsville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Mountain Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, preliminary examinations, and vital signs collection. You will help maintain accurate electronic health records and support clinical staff in a fast-paced primary care setting.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification and a high school diploma, with responsibilities including specimen collection, immunizations, data entry, and coordinating patient flow and follow-ups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Satisfactory completion of Medical Assistant Certification Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers and support patient care.
• Maintain EHR and document patient data.
• Collect specimens and administer immunizations.
• Coordinate referrals and follow up with patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical office tech

Interpersonal skills

Scheduling/coordination

Clinical judgment

Customer service

Confidentiality

Active listening

Initiative

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Practice Management systems

EHR

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Appalachian Mountain Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, preliminary examinations, and vital signs collection. You will help maintain accurate electronic health records and support clinical staff in a fast-paced primary care setting.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification and a high school diploma, with responsibilities including specimen collection, immunizations, data entry, and coordinating patient flow and follow-ups.