Certified Medical Assistant

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant – Novant Health Surgical Partners | Asheville, NC

Join a compassionate, high-performing surgical team supporting specialty surgeons in cancer, surgical oncological, endocrinology, colon & rectal and minimally invasive surgery. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in delivering remarkable patient experiences—every visit, every time.

Why Novant Health?

• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and patient-centered culture

• Work alongside an experienced, collaborative clinical team
• Grow your career through professional development and advancement opportunities
• Access tuition reimbursement and Future Forward education benefits
• Enjoy a competitive benefits package and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

New graduates are encouraged to apply!Come grow your career where quality of care meets quality of service—every dimension, every time.

Qualifications

• 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, required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and take vitals

• Assist with in-office procedures and administer medications

• Support patient referrals, radiology orders, and care coordination

• Build meaningful, personalized relationships with patients

• Work closely with surgeons and clinical teams in a specialty ambulatory setting