Medical Assistant I Med Grp

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Cartersville, GA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant I provides patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, following applicable policies and procedures and maintaining required specialty training and competency. The role supports patient visits through rooming, clinical procedures, laboratory duties, point-of-care testing, medication and vaccine administration, and other clinic tasks. The Medical Assistant communicates and works effectively with patients, providers, and team members, maintains clean and stocked work areas, and uses equipment safely. The position requires providing age-appropriate care and understanding growth and development across the life span. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday. The schedule typically starts at 7:00 a.m. or 7:30 a.m., includes a one-hour lunch, and consists of an eight-hour workday. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or qualifying alternative experience or training as specified for the applicable division. Alternatives listed include structured clinical military training documented by DD214, EMT, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years in specified divisions.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required in some divisions; in others, BLS for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment where required by division.
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships with patients, team members, and physicians.
Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, navigating a Windows operating system, and using electronic mail; exposure to electronic medical record systems.
Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
Ability to meet the position's physical requirements, including lifting up to 35 pounds without assistance and performing frequent movement and posture changes.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine-hand manipulation skills.
Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform the job and wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Certification from a recognized medical assistant credentialing organization is listed for the Wake Forest division.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification may be required within one year in select areas.

Responsibilities

Follow the Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and procedures, and maintain training and competency for the specialty area.
Perform rooming and visit tasks, including taking vital signs; reconciling medications; collecting medical history; reviewing health maintenance and allergies; and completing screenings.
Assist providers with procedures or perform procedures as ordered.
Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, collecting, labeling, and packing specimens, preparing lab orders and requisitions, and tracking results.
Perform point-of-care testing according to standing or provider orders.
Complete CLIA-approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA standards.
Administer medications and vaccines safely, following the rights of medication administration.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory logs, patient messaging, ordering medications and supplies, scheduling appointments, and referrals.
Cross-train and perform duties relevant to the specialty or clinic within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.
Communicate effectively and promptly, work as part of a team, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Maintain a clean work environment and appropriately clean instruments and equipment.
Ensure equipment and supplies are in working order and work areas are appropriately stocked.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and needs, applying knowledge of growth and development across the life span.