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How much do assistant rma nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant rma nurse in Raleigh, NC is $103,824.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,800.00 and $125,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Rma Nurse vs Medical Assistant?

AspectAssistant Rma NurseMedical Assistant
CertificationsRN license, RMA certification often preferredCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesDoctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting nurses, patient care, basic proceduresRooming patients, taking vital signs, administrative tasks

The Assistant Rma Nurse and Medical Assistant roles share some clinical responsibilities but differ mainly in required credentials and scope. Assistant Rma Nurses typically hold RN licenses and work in more clinical settings, providing direct patient care alongside nurses. Medical Assistants often have CMA or RMA certification and perform both clinical and administrative tasks in outpatient environments. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

Infographic showing various Assistant Rma Nurse job openings in Raleigh, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $103,824 per year, or $49.9 per hour.

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Neurology Clinic

Duke University

Durham, NC • On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Duke University rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

486th of 618 rated colleges and universities


Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Duke Nursing Highlights:
  • Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
  • Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
  • Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
  • Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
  • Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
  • Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Duke University Hospital Neurology Clinic 1L seeks to hire a Certified Medical Assistant who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together!
Department Summary:
The Neuro Center Clinic (1L) at Duke South Clinic is a hospital based clinic. Patient population includes a variety of neurological disorders including general neurology, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, sleep, cerebrovascular conditions, and neuromuscular conditions.Our team is active in delivering exemplary care for each patient to ensure an excellent patient experience, every time.
Location:
On-site, Duke Clinic, 40 Duke Medicine Cir, Clinic 1L
Hours:
We offer either 4-10 or shifts or 5-8 hour shifts
Job Summary:
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The CMA performs routine administrative and patient care supportive duties in a Health System medical practice, they assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.
What you will do:
Clinical responsibilities:
  • The CMA collects medical histories, monitors vital signs, explains treatments to patients, and prepares them for exams and procedures.
  • Patient care support may include assisting medical staff, gathering and preparing lab samples, conducting basic lab tests, performing EKGs, removing sutures/staples, changing dressings, educating patients and families about care, and documenting in records.
  • Additional tasks include disposing of contaminated supplies, processing instruments, cleaning medical equipment, calling in prescriptions, preparing and giving medications as instructed by the doctor, and handling prescription refills.
  • Performs other clinical tasks as assigned by the doctor.

Administrative responsibilities:
  • The CMA greets patients, answers calls, schedules appointments (including arrival in Maestro Care), checks out patients, and handles referral scheduling. They coordinate hospital admissions, lab services, and update medical records. The CMA also completes forms, manages billing tasks like receiving copays and collecting balances, handles correspondence, and orders supplies.
  • Additional administrative tasks may be assigned, and the CMA may assist with clinic activities, such as Joint Commission or fall prevention efforts, and participate in clinic committees.

What you will need:
Education:
  • Level I -- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation is required.
  • Level II -- Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation is required.
  • Level III -- Graduation from a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferred. High school or GED graduation is required.

Experience:
  • Level I -- No experience required.
  • Level II -- Must have at least 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.
  • Level III -- Must have at least 3 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting.

General Ladder Statement: In addition to the education and experience noted, applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA/RMA) Ladder Program document for Levels II and III, and IV.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications:
  • Level I -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
  • Level II -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.
  • Level III -- Certification by AAMA, AMT, NHA-CCMA, NCMA or ARMA required. BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to follow both oral and written instructions, typically gained through high school education and medical assistant training.
  • Ability to lift heavy items and assist with transporting patients in stretchers or wheelchairs.
  • Knowledge of sterile techniques and procedures relevant to the work performed.
  • Familiar with the procedures for administering both routine and special patient treatments.
  • Understanding of sanitation, personal hygiene, and basic health and safety practices for clinic environments.
  • Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety measures, with age-specific competency.
  • Responsible for daily clinic tasks such as registration, scheduling, charge posting, and order entry.
  • Able to document and communicate information clearly while building effective relationships with patients and staff.
  • Typing skills and knowledge of medical terminology (Levels II and III).
  • Ability to independently seek resources and work collaboratively with others.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

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Headquarters location

Durham, NC, US