Certified Medical Assistant

Novant Health; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & PTO

Health coverage from Day 1

Employer-matched retirement

Tuition support & CE opportunities

Well-being resources

Career growth

Job summary

Novant Health in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering patient care. You will take vitals, prepare exam rooms, assist during exams and procedures, and help coordinate patient forms such as FMLA.

Requirements include a High School diploma and CMA/CCMA/RMA certification or ability to obtain within 6 months; previous medical office experience preferred. Day-one benefits and ongoing education support are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a medical office setting is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain CMA/CCMA/RMA certification if not currently certified.

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 documents.
• 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.
• This position will work with wound care patients.

Skills

Medical office experience

Teamwork

Communication

Certification readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMA/CCMA/RMA certification

Certification within 6 months

Job description

What We Offer

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
• 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.
• This position will work with a lot of Wound Care

What We're Looking For

Education

High School 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

Refer to Life Support Training Policy NH-HR-3096

Current State Drivers License (Palliative Care Only), required

Additional Skills/Requirements (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

201600