Medical Assistant/LPN- Atrium Health Steele Creek IM FT

Medical Assistant/LPN- Atrium Health Steele Creek IM FT. Location: Charlotte, NC - 13640 Steelecroft Pkwy. Status: Full time. Hours Per Week: 40. Schedule Details/Additional Information: Mon - Fri from 8a-5p. Pay Range $22.90 - $34.35.

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; Administers medications and vaccines safely following 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; 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 patients served

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; 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 required; Successful completion of Atrium Health's competency assessment; Recognized or certified as CMA or RMA by one of: AAMA, NHA, NHCWA, NCCT, ARMA, AMT, NAHP, NRMA; 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, Windows navigation, electronic mail, and electronic medical records systems; Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience; Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders; Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance; Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills; Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids hazards; Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed; Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; 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