Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and APPs with patient care, intake, and documentation. The role includes basic lab procedures, POCT, and medication administration under standing orders, with responsibilities across multiple care areas.

Credentialed Medical Assistants or graduates of accredited programs will perform phlebotomy, venipuncture, and specimen collection as needed, while maintaining compliance with CLIA and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (from education section).
• Certification as CMA/RMA or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program.
• BLS certification may be required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician/APP with patient care and intake.
• Record vital signs and patient information.
• Assist with medication administration and injections.
• Perform CLIA waived tests and in-office lab procedures.
• Maintain medical records and documentation per provider instruction.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Injections

Documentation

Clinical teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant program

CMA or RMA certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and APPs with patient care, intake, and documentation. The role includes basic lab procedures, POCT, and medication administration under standing orders, with responsibilities across multiple care areas.

Credentialed Medical Assistants or graduates of accredited programs will perform phlebotomy, venipuncture, and specimen collection as needed, while maintaining compliance with CLIA and regulatory standards.