Certified Medical Assistant

What We Offer

Certified Medical Assistant

Lexington, North Carolina

Position: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Lexington NC

Department: Urology Clinic

Employment Type: Full-Time 36 hours / Mon-Thurs / 8:00am-5:00pm / Fri 8am-12pm / No Weekends, No Holidays

About the Role:

Novant Health is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to coordinate and assist healthcare providers in delivering safe, quality, and cost-effective care to our diverse patient population. This role emphasizes teamwork, community involvement, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every patient receives remarkable care in every interaction.

What You'll Do

What You’ll be doing:

• 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.

• Foster a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm."

• Engage in teamwork and community involvement to enhance patient care.

What we’re looking for:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Medical Assistant Program: Graduate from an accredited program including pharmacology and medication administration.

• Certification: Current certification as CMA, RMA, or CCMA, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

• Experience: Previous work in a Medical Office is preferred but not required.

• Skills: Ability to successfully complete skills validation and competency testing.

• Language: Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

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

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings with employer match

• Tuition assistance and career development opportunities

• Well-being resources and employee discounts

Why Novant Health?

At Novant Health, diversity and inclusion are core values. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families, and communities. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Join a mission-driven organization where diversity, teamwork, and innovation shape everything we do. Be part of a team that makes a real difference—every patient, every time.

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

175236