Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Bluffton (SC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a qualified candidate to support our medical practice by coordinating and assisting providers to deliver safe, cost-effective care for our patient population. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and certification from CMA, CCMA, RMA, ARMA, NCCT, NAHP or AAHA with a plan to obtain certification if not currently certified within six months of hire.

Education is required with proof of current certification from one of the approved registries, and a

Qualifications

• Current certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire as CMA, RMA or CCMA, required.
• Previous work in a medical office, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist the provider to ensure safe quality/cost effective service and care for the people within the practice population.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Certification readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMA/CCMA/RMA or ARMA certification

Job description

What We Offer

To coordinate and assist the provider to ensure safe quality/cost effective service and care for the people within the practice population.

What We're Looking For

Education: High School or GED, required.

Candidates will provide proof of current certification from one of the approved certifying registries including:

• CMA with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• CCMA with the National Health Career Association (NHA)
• RMA with the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• American Registry of Medical Assistants (NHCWA)
• National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• American Allied Health (AAH)
• RMA with the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)

If a candidate is not currently certified, they must obtain certification or registration by the end of the sixth month of their hire and sign an education agreement.

Experience: Previous work in a medical office, preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Current certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire as CMA, RMA or CCMA, required.

Refer to Life Support Training Policy NH-HR-3096.

Current State Drivers License (Palliative Care Only), required.

Additional Skills/Requirements (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department specific skills validation and competency testing.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.