Medical Assistant

Lifepoint Health®; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Match

Well-being Programs

Career Development

Job summary

Maria Parham Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our busy general surgery team under Lifepoint Health. In this role you will perform basic diagnostic procedures, collect specimens, document patient care, and support a fast-paced clinic with a patient-centered approach.

You will work in a collaborative environment with physicians, nurses, and staff, providing compassionate service, accurate data entry, and timely patient registration.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CMA/RMA/CCMA within 60 days of hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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; handles filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

BLS certification

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.

As a Certified Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More About Us

Join our busy general surgery practice with three experienced surgeons dedicated to providing high-quality surgical care to patients throughout our community. Our team includes physicians, nurses, certified medical assistants, patient service representatives, and referral specialists who work together to support patients from consultation through post-operative recovery. We care for a wide variety of surgical conditions and procedures while focusing on patient education, safety, and exceptional service. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where teamwork, compassion, and excellent patient care are at the center of everything we do.

How You'll Contribute

• 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.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.

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

• License: CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred; Associate's degree Preferred

EEOC Statement

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