Certified Medical Assistant - CHA at Novant Health, Wilmington, NC
Certified Medical Assistant - CHA at Novant Health in Wilmington, NC. Est. up to $60k. Apply with swipeandhired.
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What We Offer
Novant Health is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join our team!
Location: South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28412
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
About the Clinic
Novant Health New Hanover Primary Care – Myrtle Grove provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to individuals and families throughout the Wilmington community. The practice cares for patients of all ages and focuses on preventive health, acute care and long-term management of chronic conditions.
Located on South College Road in Wilmington, the practice offers the resources and support of Novant Health while providing a personalized, community-focused primary care experience.
Why Join Us?
- Provide care to a diverse, multigenerational patient population
- Support patients through preventive care, wellness visits and chronic disease management
- Provide care for a variety of acute illnesses, minor injuries and common health concerns
- Work in a practice offering a broad range of in-office procedures and diagnostic services
- Collaborate with a team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
- Join a convenient Wilmington location serving the Myrtle Grove, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and surrounding communities
- Enjoy a Monday-Friday practice schedule with no weekend hours
What You'll Do
- Build meaningful connections with patients and support their healthcare journey
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and patient care activities
- Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, and other clinical laboratory responsibilities
- Maintain accurate patient records, referrals, and EMR documentation
- Support front-office operations including scheduling, registration, and insurance verification
- Reinforce patient education and care plans to promote positive health outcomes
- Collaborate with a supportive, team-oriented healthcare environment focused on excellence
What We're Looking For
- Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
- Must be a graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant Program; Medical Assistant curriculum must include pharmacology and medication administration. Certification/registry must be obtained by the last day of the sixth month of hire, and an education agreement signed. Certification/registry accepted: CMA with the American Associate 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), and RMA with the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA). Alternative Work Experience (for eligibility to take NHA, ARMA, NHCWA, NCCT, NAHP or AMT exams, if not already certified or registered on hire): Applicant shall be employed as a supervised medical assistant for a minimum of one (1) year (NHA or NHCWA) within the last three (3) years, for a minimum of 2 years (NCCT, NAHP), for a minimum of 3 years (ARMA), for a minimum of 5 years (AMT) of the last 7 years (with no more than 2 of those years as an instructor in a post-secondary medical assistant program). Or graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing. Experience must include both clinical (including medication administration) and administrative duties.
- 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.
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
195609