Medical Assistant, Certified

Lifepoint Health • Henderson, NC

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About The Position

Maria Parham Health, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for a busy general surgery practice with three experienced surgeons. The practice provides high-quality surgical care to patients throughout the community. Its physicians, nurses, certified medical assistants, patient service representatives, and referral specialists work together to support patients from consultation through post-operative recovery. The team cares for a wide variety of surgical conditions and procedures, with a focus on patient education, safety, and exceptional service.

This role supports patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where teamwork, compassion, and excellent service are central. The Certified Medical Assistant performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection, monitors and communicates changes in patient condition, documents care, and helps maintain equipment, supplies, and examination areas. Administrative and clerical duties may also be assigned.

A CMA, RMA, or CCMA credential through AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire. Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. A high school diploma or equivalent and an associate’s degree are listed as preferred.

Requirements

• Obtain a CMA, RMA, or CCMA credential through AAMA or NHA within 60 days of hire.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and collect specimens.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Document patient care provided.
• Maintain medical equipment and supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain examination areas.
• Perform assigned administrative or clerical duties, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients and teammates.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with benefit options tailored for part-time and PRN employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED