Lifepoint Health·Hickory, North Carolina
The Certified Medical Assistant will accurately identify patient needs and provide care appropriate to the patient's condition and age. They are also responsible for performing timely and appropriate documentation in the medical record.
$2,500 Incentive Bonus
Schedule: 5x 8 hr Shifts Monday – Friday
Job Location Type: FryeCare Thoracic Oncology Clinic
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
FryeCare’s Thoracic Oncology Clinic ensures individualized care for patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma and other thoracic malignancies. We provide a multidisciplinary approach with pulmonary and thoracic surgery to ensure our patients receive timely diagnosis and potentially curative surgery.
How you’ll contribute
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
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 we’re looking for- a motivated and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant who will be a vital link between our patients and providers, possessing a deep commitment to delivering excellent care with efficiency and a positive attitude.
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
Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lexie Hightower by emailing Anthony.edwards@lifepointhealth.net [Anthony.edwards@lifepointhealth.net].
“ Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and obtain a CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification within 60 days of hire. Additionally, a Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of starting the position.
Market context
Support-services roles in North Carolina often see steady demand in schools and healthcare settings, especially for candidates who can reliably handle day-to-day operations and transportation-related responsibilities. These positions can be competitive because employers usually look for dependable attendance, a valid North Carolina Driver’s License, and a high school diploma or GED, while benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, retirement, and growth opportunities can make openings more appealing. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your license and age eligibility before applying.