Medical Assistant - Pediactrics

Harris Regional Hospital - A Duke LifePoint Hospital; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva, NC is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Harris/Frankin Pediatrics practice. This full-time role supports patient assessments, specimen collection, documentation, and clerical tasks in a busy pediatric office.

You will work under provider supervision, maintain exam areas and equipment, and participate in scheduling and registration. AHA BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Previous medical office experience, preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient assessments and treatments under the supervision of a provider
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection; monitors and communicates changes in patient condition
• Documents patient care provided
• Maintains examination areas
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies; stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting
• Performs administrative duties including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration
• Completes other tasks within scope of position as delegated by leads/managers

Skills

BLS Certification

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical Assistant - Harris/Frankin Pediatrics

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8a-5p

Your Experience Matters

Harris Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Join our team of healthcare professionals in an office that provides comprehensive care services to patients of all ages. These services include routine checkups, illness management, preventative care, and minor procedures. We are committed to providing personalized and high‑quality healthcare in a friendly and welcoming environment.

How You’ll Contribute

A Medical Assistant who excels in this role:

• Under the supervision of provider, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communication regarding changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Completes other tasks, within scope of position, as delegated by the practice leads, supervisors, managers or Market Director.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑and‑long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), within 90 days of hire.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Previous medical office experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred.

More About Harris Regional Medical Center

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86‑bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care.

Located in western North Carolina, picturesque Sylva offers local restaurants, stores, & breweries with convenient access to Asheville & the Blue Ridge Parkway. The landscape is highlighted by waterfalls, rocky peaks and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing opportunities for whitewater rafting, hiking, and biking throughout the region.

Sylva is home to Southwestern Community College and Western Carolina University, a mid‑size four‑year public college offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, located 5 miles away in Cullowhee. Both Asheville, NC, and Gatlinburg, TN, are just 50 miles away and Atlanta, GA is 150 miles from Sylva.

EEOC Statement

Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.