Certified Medical Assistant

Pinehurst Surgical Clinic PA•Pinehurst, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Hire Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a clinical professional who provides patient care within CMA scope of practice while supporting structured onboarding and operational consistency for newly hired staff. This role performs administrative and clinical duties in a fast-paced clinic environment while reinforcing documentation standards, patient throughput, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program
Current Medical Assistant (CMA) credential in good standing
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred
Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique, and clinic-based health and safety precautions
Ability to use and apply medical terminology accurately
Demonstrated understanding of clinical workflows and documentation standards
Strong communication skills with patients, providers, and staff

Responsibilities

Assist patients by providing information, support, and professional customer service
Verify patient identity, obtain medical histories, confirm visit purpose, allergies, medications, and vital signs
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, explain treatments, and ensure proper consents are completed
Assist physicians with office procedures, injections, wound care, suture/staple removal, and post-operative follow-up
Administer medications as directed by the provider and within CMA scope of practice
Support structured onboarding of newly hired medical assistants
Reinforce clinic standards related to documentation, infection control, and workflow expectations
Assist leadership in validating competencies and ensuring adherence to clinic protocols
Promote accountability and teamwork within the medical assistant team
Document patient care, communications, injections, and education accurately in the EMR (TouchWorks)
Complete charge tickets and ensure documentation supports appropriate coding and secure record maintenance
Facilitate diagnostic testing and prescription refill processes per provider direction and clinic protocol
Manage administrative tasks including reports, patient communications, and daily clinical workflows
Recognize and respond to patient emergencies according to facility policy
Maintain sterile technique, follow universal precautions, and comply with OSHA and clinic safety policies
Clean and maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies; properly dispose of biohazard materials per protocol
Ensure patient and staff safety, including safe transport and assistance with ambulation