Medical Assistant Atrium Health MSKI Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Lincolnton FT

Location: Lincolnton, NC - 447 McAlister Rd. Department: 02370 GCMG Sports Medicine: Lincolnton - Sports Medicine. Status: Full time. Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 8-5. Major Responsibilities: Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows all policies and procedures, and maintains training and competency based on area of specialty when providing patient care. Performs rooming/visit tasks such as vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings. Assists provider with or performs procedures as ordered. Performs lab related duties such as venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling/packing, preparation of lab orders/requisitions, and results tracking. Point of Care testing (POCT) per standing order/provider order. Completes Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards. Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of medication administration. Performs other duties as assigned such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety/regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication/supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals. Demonstrates effective and timely communication, teamwork, and appropriate escalation. Maintains a clean work environment ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned appropriately. Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order, and areas are appropriately stocked. May assist with training and onboarding of other teammates. May serve as a role champion or on a committee. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Responsibilities

Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows all policies and procedures, and maintains training and competency based on area of specialty when providing patient care; Performs rooming/visit tasks such as vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings; Assists provider with or performs procedures as ordered; Performs lab related duties such as venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling/packing, preparation of lab orders/requisitions, and results tracking; Point of Care testing per standing order/provider order; Completes CLIA approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards; Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of medication administration; Performs other duties as assigned such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety/regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication/supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals; Demonstrates effective and timely communication, teamwork, and appropriate escalation; Maintains a clean work environment ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned appropriately; Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order, and areas are appropriately stocked; May assist with training and onboarding of other teammates; May serve as a role champion or on a committee; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or structured military training clinical in nature per DD214 or EMT; Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification; Recognized or certified as CMA or RMA by one of the listed national organizations; Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment; Successful completion of system approved program to become a primary trainer for new teammates; Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant; Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within Windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems; Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance; Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders; Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills; Will be exposed to hazards and required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance