Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
BLS Certification approved by AHA
Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP
At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Attention to accuracy and detail
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
Strong written and oral communication skills essential
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to take vital signs and perform a patient assessment
Administration of medications as directed by physician or health practitioner
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of patient satisfaction and safety
BLS Certification approved by AHA
Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP
Benefits
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Short & Long-Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Responsibilities
Health & Wellness is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and clerical tasks under the direction of a physician or other health practitioner
Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, processing prescription refills, and assisting with minor procedures as directed by a physician or health practitioner
The CMA acts as a practice ambassador, contributing to overall patient experience, safety, and privacy
Shift working, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Full-Time
Performs clinical tasks such as EKGs, hearing and vision screens, urinalysis, injections, vaccinations, and medication administration, treatments and minor surgeries as needed
Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned
Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary
Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment
Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history
Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner
Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes, as needed
Other duties as assigned
