Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

@ Novant Health
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Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Charlotte, NC
Posted 2 days ago

About the job

Novant Health Arboretum Pediatrics 51 seeks a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to support pediatric patient care, ensure smooth clinic operations, and assist providers in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Current certification from approved registry
  • Ability to obtain certification within 6 months
  • Experience in medical office preferred
  • Valid State Driver's License

Qualifications

  • Certification in CMA, RMA, or CCMA
  • Ability to complete competency tests
  • Excellent patient communication skills
  • Ability to support team effectively

Full job description

What We Offer:

Novant Health Arboretum Pediatrics 51 is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)!

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a rotating Saturday shift every 3–4 weeks from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

The role of 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.

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.
  • 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.
What You'll Do:

Job responsibilities include:

  • Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints, and prepare patients for provider visits.
  • Support providers by assisting with patient care, floating between providers as needed, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.
  • Manage EMR in-basket tasks, including patient messages, prescription refill requests, lab results, and provider communications.
  • Perform laboratory duties, including specimen collection, processing, and documentation, and administer vaccines according to established protocols.
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