Certified Medical Assistant - CHA

Novant Health; Lake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health Nunnelee Pediatrics in Wilmington, NC seeks a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our Primary Care team. You will welcome patients, record vital signs, assist with procedures, administer medications and immunizations, and perform laboratory duties to support outstanding care.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, current CMA/RMA/CCMA certification, and the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CMA/RMA/CCMA certification and ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in a medical office preferred.
• Current driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and document vital signs.
• Assist with procedures and administer vaccines.
• Perform laboratory duties and collect specimens.
• Manage administrative tasks and charting.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

What We Offer

Work Schedule: Full- Time Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, no weekends or holidays. Location: 1423 Greenfield St. Wilmington, North Carolina 28401

Department: Primary Care - Community Health

Are you passionate about patient care and creating exceptional healthcare experiences? Novant Health Nunnelee Pediatrics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team!

As a CMA, you'll be at the heart of the patient journey, providing both clinical and administrative support to ensure every patient receives outstanding care. From welcoming patients and obtaining vital signs to assisting with procedures, administering medications and immunizations, and performing laboratory duties, you'll play a key role in helping our team deliver remarkable healthcare.

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, required.
• 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

192509