Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering safe, quality care within our practice settings in Bluffton, SC. The role requires High School or GED, and current CMA/CCMA/RMA or equivalent certification—or enrollment in an education agreement with a 6-month deadline to obtain certification.

Experience in a medical office is preferred. A valid state driver’s license is required for palliative care assignments.

Qualifications

• Certification as CMA, CCMA, or RMA or equivalent must be current or obtained within 6 months.
• Proof of certification from recognized credentialing organizations is required.
• State driver’s license required for palliative care (where applicable).
• Ability to pass ongoing skills validation and competency testing.

Education

High School or GED (required)

CMA

CCMA

RMA

NHCWA

NCCT

NAHP

AAH-RMA/ARMA

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.

Job Opening ID: 190088