Certified Medical Assistant - Family Care

Lifepoint Health • Bryson City, NC

18h • $2,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Swain Community Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. They are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join their busy, well-established Family Practice. This role involves direct patient care, focusing on both acute and chronic medical conditions for patients ranging from birth and up. The team fosters a family-like atmosphere with supportive staff and is dedicated to high-quality professionalism and expertise. They are looking for a team member who is caring, dedicated, and shares their passion for patient well-being.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Certified/Registered Medical Assistant certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification must be completed within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Associates degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Past experience in the medical field is preferred.
• Working as a medical assistant in a physician’s office is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the direct care of patients.
• Preparation and information documentation for the patient’s visit including obtaining vitals, medical history and other pertinent information from the patient.
• Prepares exam rooms for patients.
• May assist with procedures as directed by the Provider.
• Assists with collection of lab samples.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• $2500 sign on bonus, requires 2-year commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree