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Advocate Health

Healthcare provider delivering equitable, cost-effective care

Medical Assistant 2

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeClemmons, NC, USA$22.90 - $34.35In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program is required, with specified alternatives depending on division: structured clinical military training documented by DD214 or EMT; or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant is required.
  • Current or timely obtained Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required, depending on division.
  • Certification or registration as a Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant from an accepted national organization is required.
  • Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment is required where specified.
  • The ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency is required.
  • Computer proficiency, including keyboarding, navigating a Windows operating system, using electronic mail, and exposure to electronic medical records systems, is required.
  • The ability to perform the physical activities required throughout the workday, including sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, twisting, crawling, kneeling, climbing, and reaching above the shoulders, is required.
  • The ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance is required; patient handling equipment and another team member should be used for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist, when available.
  • Functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills are required.
  • The ability to operate all equipment necessary for the job is required.
  • The role requires exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards and use of protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice while following policies and procedures and maintaining training and competency for the area of specialty.
  • Perform rooming and visit tasks, including taking vital signs, reconciling medications, obtaining medical histories, reviewing health maintenance and allergies, and completing screenings for depression, suicide, falls, and social drivers of health.
  • Assist providers with procedures or perform procedures as ordered.
  • Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling and packing, preparing laboratory orders and requisitions, and tracking results.
  • Perform point-of-care testing according to standing or provider orders and complete approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments standards.
  • Administer medications and vaccines safely according to the rights of medication administration.
  • Perform other assigned duties, including medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication and supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
  • Communicate in a timely and effective manner, work with the team, and escalate concerns appropriately.
  • Maintain a clean work environment by cleaning instruments and equipment appropriately and ensuring equipment, supplies, and work areas are ready and stocked.
  • Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages by applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, assessing patient-status data, identifying age-specific needs, and delivering care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Complete a system-approved program to become a primary trainer for new teammates where specified.
  • Serve as a role champion or committee member when assigned.
  • Where specified, advance professional practice through professional governance, safety coaching, serving as a super-user or vaccine coordinator, or holding a SPICE or OSHA/infection-prevention certificate; earn six points from the list of additional market responsibilities.

Desired Qualifications

  • Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization certification may be required within one year in select areas.

About the Company

Advocate Health

Healthcare provider delivering equitable, cost-effective care

Advocate Health runs a multi-state healthcare system that provides care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and affiliated services. It aims to help people live well by delivering equitable care for all in its communities, using its combined strength and expertise to improve health outcomes while lowering costs. The organization operates across seven states (Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Wisconsin) with strong bases in Chicago and Milwaukee, and focuses on coordinating care, expanding access, and reducing waste to deliver value to patients. Its goal is to offer consistent, high-quality care that is more affordable by emphasizing equity, prevention, and efficient care delivery within a regional network.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Founded
2022

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