Advocate Aurora Health

Medical Assistant, Sports Medicine

Advocate Aurora Health
Posted 10/22/2026part-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 - $34 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care within the Medical Assistant scope, including performing clinical tasks such as venipuncture, medication administration, and point-of-care testing. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to enhance patient experience and collaborate effectively within a healthcare team.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/RMA)BLS CertificationVenipuncture and Specimen CollectionElectronic Medical Records (EMR) ProficiencyPatient Care and Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice
  • Perform rooming and visit tasks, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings
  • Assist providers with or perform ordered procedures
  • Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling, packing, lab-order preparation, and results tracking
  • Conduct point-of-care testing and CLIA-approved waived laboratory tests according to orders and standards
  • Administer medications and vaccines safely
  • Process medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory logs, patient messages, medication and supply orders, appointments, and referrals
  • Communicate effectively, work as part of a team, and escalate issues appropriately
  • Maintain a clean work environment and ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are functional and stocked
  • Assist with training and onboarding teammates
  • Potentially serve as a role champion or committee member
  • Provide age-appropriate care based on patient assessment and departmental policies

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, clinical structured military training per DD214, or EMT, depending on division
  • For some divisions, 2 years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years may substitute for program completion
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification required for Greater Charlotte and Wake Forest; other divisions require obtaining it within 45 days unless exempted
  • CMA or RMA certification/registration from a recognized national organization, depending on division
  • Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment where applicable
  • Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant
  • 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, email, and exposure to electronic medical records
  • Customer service skills supporting a positive patient experience
  • 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 for the job
  • Ability to work with mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards while using protective equipment as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
  • Other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career development programs
  • Well-being programs

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills
Vital Signs MeasurementMedication ReconciliationHealth Maintenance ScreeningPoint-of-Care TestingLab-Order PreparationMedication AdministrationInsurance Authorization ProcessingClinical Procedure AssistanceTechnical Skills CompetencyPatient Assessment
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service OrientationTeam CollaborationTraining and Onboarding Support
Tools & Technologies
Windows Operating SystemElectronic Medical Records (EMR)Medical Equipment OperationProtective Equipment Usage
Certifications & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GEDCMA or RMA CertificationBLS Certification
Industry Keywords
Patient CareClinical PracticeMedical Assistant ScopeHealth MaintenanceRegulatory Compliance