Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Thomasville (NC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and PTO

Day 1 health, dental, vision coverage

Employer retirement match

Tuition support and CE opportunities

Well-being resources

Employee discounts

Career growth pathways

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to coordinate and assist providers in delivering healthcare services. You will assist during exams, take vital signs, and help with patient forms and room preparation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and CMA/CCMA/RMA certification or eligibility within six months. A current state driver’s license for palliative care may be required. Experience in a medical office is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification (CMA/CCMA/RMA or eligible within 6 months) required or must obtain within 6 months.
• Current State Driver's License (Palliative Care only) required.
• Experience in a medical office preferred.
• Ability to complete skills validation and competency testing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist providers in delivering healthcare services.
• Assist providers during exams and procedures.
• Take vital signs and obtain medical histories.
• Assist with patient forms such as FMLA or other needed forms.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for treatment.
• Ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective care for patients.
• Engage in teamwork and community involvement to enhance patient care.

Skills

Healthcare teamwork

Patient care

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CMA/CCMA/RMA certification or eligible within 6 months

Job description

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Day 1 Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Future Forward program Tuition support and CE opportunities
• Well-being resources and employee discounts
• Career growth pathways

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and assist providers in delivering healthcare services.
• Assist providers during exams and procedures
• Take vital signs, obtain medical histories
• Assist with patient form request ie FMLA or other needed forms.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for treatment
• Ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective care for patients.
• Engage in teamwork and community involvement to enhance patient care.

What We're Looking For

• 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.

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

187538