Medical Assistant

CaroMont Health; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant III to support efficient healthcare delivery. This role involves preparing patients for exams, maintaining clinical areas, and providing exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical assisting, with a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and delivering excellent customer service. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance patient experiences and support a collaborative care environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a certified Medical Assistant.
• Must maintain current credentialing with recognized organizations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and equipment for exams and procedures.
• Maintain exam rooms and handle patient intake and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Customer Service

Vaccine Administration

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Medical Assisting

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

CaroMont Medical Group - CaroMont Neurology

Full Time

7:30am - 5:30pm

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) III will work within the credentialed scope of practice to prepare patients and equipment for exams and procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining exam rooms and the clinical area, returning phone messages, collecting and preparing lab specimens, scheduling and obtaining authorizations for referrals and procedures, and maintaining patient confidentiality. The role supports the care team with various office and clinical duties to ensure efficient healthcare delivery. Tasks include patient intake, exceptional patient care, documentation, vaccine and medication administration, clerical, environmental, and organizational duties. Additionally, the MA provides front office support such as greeting patients, delivering excellent customer service, collecting co-payments, scheduling appointments, updating patient demographics, obtaining referrals and pre-certifications, among other clerical tasks.

Qualifications

1. Associate of Science Degree in Medical Assisting with more than 3 years of recent experience as a certified MA, or
2. High school diploma or equivalent with more than 5 years of recent experience as a certified MA.

BLS certification is required. The candidate must have and maintain current credentialing with one of the following organizations: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA-CMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT-RMA), National Center for Competency Training (NCCT-NCMA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA-CCMA), National Healthcare Workers Association (NHCWA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA). Completion of an approved Medical Group competency assessment is required within 8 weeks of hire.