Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Bluffton, SC is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to support providers in a practice setting. The role emphasizes certification in CMA/CCMA/RMA and maintaining current credentials, with a high school diploma or GED as a base qualification.

Candidates with prior medical office experience and the ability to obtain additional certification within six months will thrive in this position, joining a team dedicated to safe, quality care and efficient patient service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; certification within 6 months if not current.
• Current CMA/CCMA/RMA or ARMA certs required; if not, obtain within 6 months.
• Experience in a medical office preferred.

Skills

Competency testing

Medical office experience

Certification maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 You'll Do

• Education: High School Diploma 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, required.
• 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. Current State Drivers License (Palliative Care Only), required.
• Additional skills required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department specific skills validation and competency testing.

What We're Looking For

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

181381