Medical Assistant Intern - SouthPark Primary Care

Tryon Medical Partners•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Intern supports the SouthPark Primary Care department while gaining experience and educational opportunities. This is a full-time, paid position supporting the Primary Care team Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role provides hands-on experience and exposure to a medical setting, including laboratory, primary care services, registration, document management, care coordination, and other areas.

Requirements

Be enrolled in or hold a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate university or college program focused on medicine, and be on track to return to medical school or complete a Physician Assistant program.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Self-directed and able to work without supervision.
Complete the Hepatitis B Vaccine and Flu Vaccine Form; vaccination may be declined through a declination form, or a vaccination record from a previous employer may be provided.
Complete a TB test.
Maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Certification.
Be able to lift and support 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam and procedure rooms; interview patients; measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature; collect patient history; perform screenings according to provider guidelines; prepare patients for physical examinations; and document information in the patient chart.
Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, and specimen collection.
Assemble patient health information, including symptoms, medical history, exam results, X-ray reports, lab tests, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
Ensure related reports, lab results, and other information are available in medical records before appointments.
Review forms to ensure they are completed, properly identified, and signed, and that required information is present in the EHR.
Communicate with physicians and other health care professionals to clarify diagnoses or obtain additional information.
Obtain and send patient medical records to support seamless care delivery.
Administer injections after completing Tryon training certification.
Complete online and in-person vaccination administration training.
Perform other duties as assigned.