Certified Medical Assistant

Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Employee Support

Job summary

Grady Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient care with a focus on patient-centered service delivery.

The role requires CMA, NCMA, and CCMA certifications, as well as a High School Diploma or GED and current BLS. You will work with physicians and staff to ensure compassionate, efficient patient experiences and uphold high safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification.
• CMA certification (AAMA) required.
• NCMA certification (NCCT) required.
• CCMA certification (NHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to patient-centered care and quality outcomes.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and health care team.
• Ensures confidentiality and ethical handling of information.
• Collaborates across departments to support outpatient care and service delivery.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Integrity & Accountability

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Respect & Inclusion

Quality & Safety

Adaptability & Resilience

Continuous Improvement

Leadership & Professionalism

Employee Experience Focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – AAMA

NCMA – NCCT

CCMA – NHA

Job description

Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
• Current Medical Assistant Certification by an approved National Examination Agency required: The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• The National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) certification from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification from the National Healthcare Association (NHA)

Interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians and other health care team members in order to foster optimal quality of outpatient care.

Core Competencies

• 1. Patient-Centered Care - Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
• 2. Integrity & Accountability - Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
• 3. Collaboration & Teamwork - Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• 4. Communication - Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
• 5. Respect & Inclusion - Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
• 6. Quality & Safety - Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
• 7. Adaptability & Resilience - Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
• 8. Continuous Improvement - Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
• 9. Leadership & Professionalism - Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
• 10. Employee Experience Focus - Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Grady Total Rewards

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Grady's Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.

Why Join Grady?

Grady Health System is more than a hospital - we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

At Grady, we don't just work, we make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.