Medical Assistant Sports Medicine Prosperity Crossing PRN

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

6d • $23 - $34

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports care delivery in a sports medicine practice, providing patient rooming, clinical and laboratory services, medication administration, and administrative support within the Medical Assistant scope of practice. The role follows applicable policies and procedures, maintains specialty training and competency, and provides age-appropriate care based on each patient's needs. The position is PRN, with work scheduled as needed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is not benefits eligible.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or qualifying structured military clinical training or EMT preparation in applicable divisions; some divisions accept two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years in lieu of program completion.
• Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant.
• Current or qualifying American Heart Association BLS certification, as specified for the applicable division; some divisions require certification within 45 days.
• CMA or RMA certification/registration from an accepted national organization, as applicable to the division.
• Successful completion of Atrium Health's competency assessment where required.
• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after competency is demonstrated.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain positive professional relationships with patients, teammates, and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, navigating a Windows operating system, using email, and exposure to electronic medical record systems.
• Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting 35 pounds without assistance and performing frequent movements such as sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, crawling, kneeling, climbing, and reaching above the shoulders.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed when exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards.
• Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification may be required within one year in select areas.
• Successful completion of a system-approved program to become a primary trainer for new teammates, where required.
• Professional practice advancement activities or credentials, such as professional governance, safety coach, super-user, vaccine coordinator, or SPICE or OSHA/IP certificate holder, where applicable.
• Achievement of six points from the list of additional market responsibilities, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient rooming and visit tasks, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings.
• Assist providers with procedures or perform procedures as ordered.
• Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling and packing, preparation of lab orders and requisitions, and results tracking.
• Perform point-of-care testing under standing or provider orders and complete CLIA-approved waived tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA standards.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely while following the rights of medication administration.
• Perform other assigned duties, including medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory logs, patient messaging, medication and supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
• Communicate effectively and promptly, work as part of a team, and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Maintain a clean work environment; clean instruments and equipment appropriately; and ensure equipment and supplies are working and stocked.
• May assist with training and onboarding other teammates.
• May serve as a role champion or participate on a committee.
• 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, with possible premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Benefits and program eligibility may depend on FTE or employment status.

What This Job Offers

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