Certified Medical Assistant, (CMA) - Gastroenterology

Lifepoint Health • Hickory, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Your experience matters At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you’ll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier ® .
More about our team At FryeCare Gastroenterology we understand how digestive issues can affect your daily life. Our experienced team of board-certified gastroenterologists specialize in diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. Whether you’re dealing with acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or need a routine colonoscopy screening, we’re here to support your health journey. Gastroenterology services we provide include: Colonoscopy and Colon Cancer Screening Acid Reflux (GERD) Management Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Care Liver Disease Diagnosis and Management Celiac Disease Testing and Support Gallbladder and Pancreatic Care How you’ll contribute A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), who excels in this role: Accurately identifies patient needs Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• One year of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Accurately identifies patient needs
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Available for full and part time employees to further education.

What This Job Offers

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