Medical Assistant — Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Concord, NC seeks a Medical Assistant I to support the care team through clinical and administrative duties, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. You will handle rooming, vital signs, screenings, and coordination with providers on exams and treatments.

The role requires strong communication, professionalism, and competency in MA tasks, with facilities maintaining clean exam rooms and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or DD214 in lieu of a formal MA program or EMT.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follow Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and competency requirements.
• Room patients, obtain vital signs, review medications, and complete screenings.
• Assist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect specimens, perform venipuncture, and complete lab testing as appropriate.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely.
• Support patient care through refills, referrals, scheduling, and insurance authorizations.
• Cross-train to support clinic and specialty-specific needs.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and care team members.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms and equipment.
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EMR proficiency

Patient communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

MA program / EMT training

Tools

EMR systems

Windows OS

Email etiquette

Job description

Atrium Health in Concord, NC seeks a Medical Assistant I to support the care team through clinical and administrative duties, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. You will handle rooming, vital signs, screenings, and coordination with providers on exams and treatments.

The role requires strong communication, professionalism, and competency in MA tasks, with facilities maintaining clean exam rooms and patient comfort.