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Atrium Health

Operates hospitals and care network

Medical Assistant or LPN - Medical Specialties Float Pool

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • An LPN must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where they practice.
  • An LPN must obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • An MA must obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • A GED or high school equivalency diploma is required.
  • An LPN must complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • An MA must complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or have two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting throughout the workday.
  • The role requires lifting and supporting 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • The role requires pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • The role requires functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • The role requires maneuvering foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • The role may require physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation.
  • The role may expose the employee to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
  • The role requires responding quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
  • The nurse leader may identify additional department-specific physical requirements for unique responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
  • Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
  • Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
  • Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
  • Perform laboratory-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
  • Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.

About the Company

Atrium Health

Operates hospitals and care network

Atrium Health is a nonprofit health system serving the southeastern United States with a network of hospitals, clinics, and care sites. It offers primary care, specialty care, rehabilitation, and cancer treatment across more than 1,400 locations, including 40 hospitals. Patients use MyAtriumHealth, a digital portal for scheduling and paying bills, and some care is delivered at home through programs like Levine Children’s. Its goal is to provide accessible, coordinated healthcare across its region while supporting patients with digital tools and broad services, differentiating itself by scale, nonprofit mission, and home-based hospital-level care.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$31.6M
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Founded
1940

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