Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Waxhaw (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health Waxhaw Family Clinic is seeking a Full-Time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our patient-centered team. You will coordinate and assist providers in delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care to patients within our practice population.

We are looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is dedicated to providing outstanding patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or certification from AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT/NAHP/ARMA; if not certified, must obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support providers in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Assist with patient intake, vital signs, documentation, and clinical procedures.
• Coordinate patient care activities to ensure a seamless patient experience.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, families, providers, and team members.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Documentation accuracy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CMA Certification (AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT/NAHP/ARMA)

Job description

What We Offer

Join Our Remarkable Team

Novant Health Waxhaw Family Clinic is seeking a Full-Time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our patient-centered team. In this role, you will coordinate and assist providers in delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care to patients within our practice population.

At Novant Health, we are committed to creating an exceptional healthcare experience for our patients, team members, and communities. We are looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is dedicated to providing outstanding patient care.

What You'll Do

• Support providers in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Assist with patient intake, vital signs, documentation, and clinical procedures.
• Coordinate patient care activities to ensure a seamless patient experience.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, families, providers, and team members.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

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.
• 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

196153