Senior Medical Assistant II — Patient Care & Lab

Atrium Health; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to join our team in Gastonia, NC. You will perform vital signs, med reconciliation, medical history reviews, and health screenings, while supporting providers with procedures and labs in a dynamic clinical setting.

You will administer medications and vaccines, process referrals, and coordinate patient scheduling. A.S. you will maintain a clean, compliant work area and may assist in onboarding new teammates as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or military training in lieu of program, per DD214/EMT.
• Current CMA/RMA certification or eligibility through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NRMA, NHA or NAHP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice and maintains competency.
• Performs rooming tasks: vitals, med reconciliation, history, screenings, health maintenance.
• Assists provider with procedures and lab duties including venipuncture and specimen handling.
• Administers medications and vaccines per rights of medication administration.
• Performs administrative duties: refills, authorizations, scheduling, referrals, and patient messaging.
• Maintains clean, stocked work environment and supports training of teammates.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication reconciliation

Medical history

Screenings

Venipuncture

POCT

Medication administration

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program or DD214/EMT training

Tools

EMR systems

CLIA-waived lab tests

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to join our team in Gastonia, NC. You will perform vital signs, med reconciliation, medical history reviews, and health screenings, while supporting providers with procedures and labs in a dynamic clinical setting.

You will administer medications and vaccines, process referrals, and coordinate patient scheduling. A.S. you will maintain a clean, compliant work area and may assist in onboarding new teammates as needed.