Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Wake Forest (NC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Retirement match

Tuition assistance

Well-being resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Novant Health's Family Medicine Clinic in Wake Forest, NC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers and coordinate patient care in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You will take vital signs, prepare exam rooms, assist during exams, and help with forms like FMLA, alongside ensuring safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, completed an accredited Medical Assistant program with pharmacology training, CMA/RMA/CCMA certification or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program including pharmacology.
• Current CMA, RMA or CCMA certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in a medical office is preferred but not required.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

Bilingual ability

Skills validation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program with pharmacology

Job description

What We Offer

Certified Medical Assistant

Wake Forest, North Carolina

Position: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Wake Forest, NC

Department: Family Medicine Clinic

Employment Type: Full-Time /Mon-Fri / 8:00am-5:00pm/ No Weekends, No Holidays

About the Role:

Novant Health is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to coordinate and assist healthcare providers in delivering safe, quality, and cost-effective care to our diverse patient population. This role emphasizes teamwork, community involvement, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every patient receives remarkable care in every interaction.

What You'll Do

What You’ll be doing:

• 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.
• Foster a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm."
• Engage in teamwork and community involvement to enhance patient care.

What we’re looking for:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Program: Graduate from an accredited program including pharmacology and medication administration.
• Certification: Current certification as CMA, RMA, or CCMA, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience: Previous work in a Medical Office is preferred but not required.
• Skills: Ability to successfully complete skills validation and competency testing.
• Language: Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

At Novant Health, we believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition assistance and career development opportunities
• Well-being resources and employee discounts

Why Novant Health?

At Novant Health, diversity and inclusion are core values. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families, and communities. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Join a mission-driven organization where diversity, teamwork, and innovation shape everything we do. Be part of a team that makes a real difference—every patient, every time.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Must be a graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant Program that includes an externship in a clinical setting; Medical Assistant curriculum must include pharmacology and medication administration. A fully online medical assistant program for the entire curriculum is not approved. Certification/registry must be obtained by the last day of the six month of hire, and education agreement signed. Certification/registry accepted: CMA with the American Associate 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) and RMA with the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA). Alternative Work Experience (for eligibility to take NHA, ARMA, NHCWA, NCCT, NAHP or AMT exams, if not already certified or registered on hire): Applicant shall be employed as a supervised medical assistant for a minimum of one (1) year (NHA or NHCWA) within the last three (3) years, for a minimum of 2 years (NCCT, NAHP), for a minimum of 3 years (ARMA), for a minimum of 5 years (AMT) of the last 7 years (with no more than 2 of those years as an instructor in a post-secondary medical assistant program). Or graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing. Experience must include both clinical (including medication administration) and administrative duties.
• 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.
• 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

170468