Certified Medical Assistant

Lifepoint Health; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & protections

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan

Well-being programs

Job summary

Wilson Medical Center in Wilson, NC is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our pulmonary clinic. You will support providers, perform patient assessments, and assist with sleep care services to help patients breathe easier.

The role emphasizes patient connection, accurate documentation, and efficient front-desk duties, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• CCMA, CMA or RMA certification required or within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; manage examination areas.
• Handle administrative duties: scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Skills

Patient interaction

Clinical procedures

Medical terminology

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from accredited medical assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Medical equipment

Job description

Your experience matters

Wilson Medical CenterispartofLifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As aCertified Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join our growing pulmonary clinic at Wilson Medical Center! We're looking for a compassionate, dependable Medical Assistant who enjoys connecting with patients and working closely with providers. Our clinic offers specialized lung and sleep care, including home sleep testing, in-office walking tests, and Inspire therapy management-creating opportunities to build your skills while helping patients breathe easier and improve their quality of life. If you take pride in providing excellent care and want to play an active role in a growing specialty practice, we'd love to hear from you!

How you'll contribute

A Certified Medical Assistant who excels in this role:

• Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage -tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Certifications: Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days of hire
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent Required; Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent Required
• License: CCMA, CMA or RMA

EEOC Statement

"Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."