Medical Assistant I

Advocate Aurora Health

. Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and gathering, documenting, and updating pertinent health information .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in performing clinical procedures and patient care within the Medical Assistant scope, including vital signs monitoring, laboratory procedures, and medication administration. Exhibits strong communication and interpersonal skills to ensure effective collaboration with healthcare team members and provide a positive patient experience.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Clinical Procedure SupportElectronic Medical Records (EMR) ProficiencyPatient Care Skills

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MonitoringLaboratory ProceduresMedication AdministrationPhlebotomyEKGSpirometrySuture and Staple RemovalInfection-Control GuidelinesAseptic TechniquePatient Communication

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records SystemsWindows NavigationKeyboardingEmail

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical IntegrationQuality ImprovementScope of PracticeAge-Appropriate Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and gathering, documenting, and updating pertinent health information
Monitor and complete Clinical Integration and Quality Improvement measures and notify clinicians of opportunities within scope
Perform laboratory procedures, including strep tests, wound cultures, and specimen collection, using aseptic technique and infection-control guidelines
Assist physicians and advanced practice professionals with pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, and other procedures
Administer routine medications under physician/APP orders or approved standing orders and protocols
Follow through on procedure and test requests, care algorithms, appointments, referrals, and patient communications
Refer questions to Registered Nurses and physicians/APCs according to scope-of-practice guidelines
Communicate with physicians/APPs and health care team members to ensure smooth clinic flow
Perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks as appropriate, including suture and staple removal, phlebotomy, EKGs, spirometry, Holter monitor application, and prescription refills
Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients
Wear protective clothing and equipment as needed when exposed to workplace hazards

Requirements

What you’ll need

GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or 2 years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 45 days unless determined not required
No experience required
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, Windows navigation, electronic mail, and exposure to electronic medical records systems
Customer service skills supporting a positive patient experience
Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care and understand growth and development across the life span
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday
Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance
Functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Career development programs
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
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
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program