Medical Assistant - Transition Pool

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Family benefits

Retirement plans

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support the care team in Charlotte, NC. The role involves clinical and administrative duties essential to patient care, with a focus on safety, privacy, and professionalism.

40 hours per week on day shift, with sign-on bonus eligibility for qualified candidates. Responsibilities include clerical support, vital signs, venipuncture, specimen collection, injections, vaccinations, and coordinating referrals and insurance authorizations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or DD214/EMT in lieu of formal MA program.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA program or DD214/EMT training

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Department: 09170 SE Medical Group Division Operations - NC/GA Support

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day shift

Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80

This position is sign-on bonus eligible if the candidate meets organizational qualifications.

The Medical Assistant I supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or may have completed structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214 in lieu of a formal medical assistant program or EMT
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required

Key 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.

Required Skills

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.