Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist

Oak Street Health Greensboro, NC 27405, US

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Company: Oak Street Health

Title: Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist

Location: 2668 Peters Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27127

Role Description:

At Oak Street Health, Medical Assistants (MAs) are essential Care Team members who report to the Practice Manager or Center Operations Specialist. Your primary role is to collect accurate patient data — through screenings, collecting vitals and diagnostic testing — to support informed clinical decision-making.

Success in this role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to building strong relationships with our patients. By collaborating closely with your team, you will drive clinical results while ensuring an unmatched patient experience.

Check out this pamphlet for a sneak peek into the life of an Oak Street Medical Assistant!

Responsibilities:

Ensure an efficient patient flow: room patients in a timely manner, complete vital signs, complete required screenings and complete medication reviews
Stock exam rooms and manage inventory of supplies.
Respond to patient requests for telephonic support, such a lab results, faxing records to specialists, etc.
In accordance with state regulations, MAs may administer vaccinations, perform point of care tests including but not limited to: A1C, spirometry, EKGs, blood draws for lab testing (phlebotomy)
Ensure accurate record keeping by updating Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and upload required documents via scanning or PDF upload
Participate in daily care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations
Process orders for durable medical equipment, in partnership with clinical leadership and support teams
As required by the patient provider, request medical records from external providers and specialists
Conduct any required routine quality control checks including infection control measures, equipment, and checks for expired medication and supplies and/or assist in maintaining center lab
Other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:

Required:

At least 1 year experience employed as a medical assistant (non-externship), preferably in primary care.
At least 1 year of extensive experience with blood draws (phlebotomy) and specimen collection.
Active CPR or BLS Certification
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience
Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs to include, but not limited to: Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, Excel or Google Sheets, etc.
Hands-on patient experience with taking patient vitals, administering diagnostic testing, and immunizations
To perform core operational duties, must be able to remain in a stationary upright position or move about the work area for approximately 6 to 7 hours of an 8-hour workday, in addition to being able to lift up to 20 pounds. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.
US work authorization

Strongly Preferred:

State or national certification for Medical Assisting (CMA, CCMA, or RMA), including graduation from an accredited medical assistant course
Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and customer service orientation
An appetite for expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and a chance to truly make an impact in their patients’ lives

Preferred Qualifications:

2 or more years of experience working with geriatric patients
Fluency in another language is not required, but is a plus when it comes to connecting with our diverse patient communities.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$18.50 - $35.29

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/27/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

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Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation 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 Benefits and more 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 Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.