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Certified Medical Assistant- Family Practice

Novant Health

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Cornelius, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CMA Certification (AAMA)CCMA Certification (NHA)RMA Certification (AMT)Medical Assistant Certification (NHCWA)Certification (NCCT)Certification (NAHP)RMA Certification (AAH/ARMA)Current State Driver's License (Palliative Care Only)Ability To Obtain Certification Within 6 Months

Job overview

Novant Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant- Family Practice. Novant Health Lakeside Family Physicians Antiquity clinic is hiring a full‑time Certified Medical Assistant to coordinate and assist providers, ensuring safe, high‑quality, cost‑effective care for patients across all life stages in a fast‑paced clinic environment.

Key focus areas include Partner with providers to deliver outstanding patient care and support efficient clinic operations, Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and updating electronic medical records, and Perform clinical procedures within scope of practice, including injections, immunizations, medication administration, EKGs, point‑of‑care testing, and specimen collection.

Successful candidates bring High School Or GED, CMA With American Association Of Medical Assistants, and CCMA With National Health Career Association. Important skills include Deliver Patient Care, Support Clinic Operations, Obtain Vital Signs, Obtain Medical Histories, Update Electronic Medical Records, and Perform Clinical Procedures. Preferred (not required): Thrive In Fast-Paced Setting, Building Relationships With Patients, and Delivering Excellent Care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Deliver Patient CareSupport Clinic OperationsObtain Vital SignsObtain Medical HistoriesUpdate Electronic Medical RecordsPerform Clinical ProceduresInjectionsImmunizationsMedication AdministrationEKGsPoint-of-Care TestingSpecimen CollectionCoordinate Patient FlowMaintain Positive Patient ExperienceAssist With Prescription RefillsAssist With ReferralsAssist With Prior AuthorizationsAssist With Follow-Up CareComplete Generic Skills ValidationComplete Department Specific Skills ValidationComplete Competency TestingThrive in Fast-Paced SettingBuilding Relationships With PatientsDelivering Excellent CareVital Signs MeasurementMedical History TakingEMREKG PerformancePatient Flow CoordinationPrescription Refills ProcessingReferral ManagementPrior Authorization ProcessingClinical Skills Validation

Qualifications

High School or GEDCMA Certification (AAMA)CCMA Certification (NHA)RMA Certification (AMT)Medical Assistant Certification (NHCWA)Certification (NCCT)Certification (NAHP)RMA Certification (AAH/ARMA)Previous Medical Office ExperienceCurrent State Driver's License (Palliative Care Only)Ability to Obtain Certification Within 6 Months

Full job description

What We Offer

Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:00am -5:30pm 4 days a week.

Novant Health Lakeside Family Physicians Antiquity clinic is hiring a Full- Time Certified Medical Assistant. The CMA is to coordinate and assist the provider to ensure safe quality/cost effective service and care for the people within the practice population.

As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will play a vital role in coordinating clinical care and assisting providers to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective healthcare for patients across all stages of life. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy building relationships with patients, and are passionate about delivering excellent care, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

  • Partner with providers to deliver outstanding patient care and support efficient clinic operations.

  • Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and updating electronic medical records.

  • Perform clinical procedures within scope of practice, including injections, immunizations, medication administration, EKGs, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection.

  • Coordinate patient flow to ensure timely, efficient visits while maintaining a positive patient experience.

  • Assist with prescription refills, referrals, prior authorizations, and follow-up 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

178553

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