Medical Assistant/LPN - Part Time - Atrium Health Kannapolis IM

Advocate Health • Kannapolis, NC

6d • $22 - $33

About The Position

The Medical Assistant/LPN supports patient care at Atrium Health Kannapolis Internal Medicine. The role follows the Medical Assistant scope of practice, applicable policies and procedures, and specialty-specific training and competency requirements. The employee works part time, 20 hours per week, across 2.5 days: two full days from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and one half day from 8 a.m. to noon. Workdays are to be determined.

The position includes clinical and administrative support for patient visits, procedures, laboratory testing, medications and vaccines, and clinic operations. The employee provides age-appropriate care, communicates effectively with patients and the care team, and helps maintain a clean, safe, stocked, and functional work environment. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• For the Greater Charlotte region: completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, qualifying structured clinical military training documented by DD214 in lieu of a formal Medical Assistant program, or EMT qualification.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for the Greater Charlotte region.
• Successful completion of Atrium Health's competency assessment.
• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after competency has been demonstrated.
• 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, Windows navigation, and email use, with exposure to electronic medical record systems.
• Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above the shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment and another team member, when available, for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Ability to work around frequent mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards and wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies and procedures, and specialty-specific training and competency requirements when providing patient care.
• Complete rooming and visit tasks, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings.
• Assist providers with or perform procedures as ordered.
• Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling and packing, preparation of lab orders and requisitions, and tracking results.
• Perform point-of-care testing and CLIA-approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with applicable standards and orders.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely using the rights of medication administration.
• Perform related duties such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory logs, patient messaging, medication and supply ordering, appointment scheduling, 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 issues appropriately.
• Maintain a clean work environment; clean instruments and equipment appropriately; and ensure equipment and supplies are working and stocked.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for select circumstances, incentive pay for select positions, and opportunity for annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED