Registered / Certified Medical Assistant
Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking · Lumberton, NC · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) to join our Children's Health Urgent Care clinical team. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality patient care while supporting providers in a fast-paced pediatric clinic environment.
Responsibilities
- Creating a supportive environment by welcoming and assisting patients.
- Obtaining personal and health information, managing patient files, and updating electronic health records.
- Assisting healthcare professionals with patient examinations and minor procedures.
- Recording patient history, vital signs and collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
- Performing minor diagnostic tests and administering treatment under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Administering medication/vaccinations/immunizations under the direction of a provider.
- Assisting with administration duties, including scheduling appointments, arranging laboratory services and hospital admissions, handling billing, and filing insurance claims.
- Relaying diagnostic tests and assessment results to healthcare professionals.
- Guiding patients through the facility, as well as explaining procedures and treatments.
- Setting up and replenishing stock in examination and procedure rooms.
- Sterilizing medical equipment and sanitizing designated areas.
Requirements
- RMA – Registered with the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or CMA – Registered with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
- RMA/CMA with a minimum of 1 year of experience in this role preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
- Ability to work under supervision and monitor, report, and record a patient's condition.
- Advanced record-keeping abilities and proficiency in related software, such as Athena.
- Experience in clinical evaluation, specimen collection, immunizations, and administering minor treatments.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy.
- Ability to assist healthcare professionals with medical examinations and procedures.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills to assist, guide, and reassure patients.
- Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and performing under pressure.
- In-depth knowledge of best practices in healthcare and sterilization protocols.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Physical requirements: ability to stand or walk for long periods; lift 25–30 lbs (including assisting toddlers); reposition or support pediatric patients safely.
- Work environment: outpatient pediatric clinic setting; may require occasional travel between practice locations; confidential handling of patient information required; rotation of weekend clinics may be required; frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching and lifting; contact with patients in controlled environment, potentially contagious diseases and possibly bloodborne pathogens.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication with children and parents.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
- Compassionate, patient, and child-focused approach.
- Professional teamwork and adaptability.
Benefits
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- 401(k) & Roth Retirement Plan with 3% Employer Contribution (No Match Required)
- Quarterly Bonuses
- Generous Paid Time Off & 9 Paid Holidays
- Low-Cost Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Options (Accident, Hospitalization, Cancer, Critical Illness & Life)
Schedule
Full-time, Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; rotating Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.