Certified Medical Assistant I, Per Diem, Urgent Care Phillipsburg

Atlantic Health System - Phillipsburg, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Phillipsburg, NJ

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Certified Medical Assistant I, Per Diem, at Atlantic Urgent Care of Phillipsburg is responsible for providing both direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting under the supervision of a physician. This role involves collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure smooth practice operations and excellent patient care. The position requires flexibility in working hours, including weekends, and involves a mix of clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Handles patient intake and updates medical records.
• Administers appropriate screening tools.
• Manages patient flow and rooms patients.
• Takes vital signs and performs medication reconciliation.
• Maintains and prepares exam rooms for patient visits.
• Records medical information and test results, conducts patient interviews.
• Collects specimens and administers medication under physician supervision.
• Assists with walk-in and scheduled clinic visits, ensuring verification of clinical data.
• Guides patients through the healthcare system and helps them arrive at appointments on time.
• Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms between visits.
• Preps examination rooms, ensuring they are ready for patients.
• Provides emotional support related to the patient's clinical situation.
• Assists with referrals to appropriate specialists for diagnosis or treatment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• National Certification CCMA from NHA, AAMA, NAHP, ARMA, AMT, AMCA, or NCCT.
• Precertification agreement must be signed if certification is expired or if receiving certification within 60 days of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's degree in Medical Care or related field.
• 1 year of experience in Health Care services.
• 2+ years experience in outpatient, Emergency Department, or Acute care setting.
• BLS upon hire.
• DOT Drug Collector Certification Preferred.
• Breath Alcohol Technician Certification Preferred.
• Post externship physician practice experience preferred.
• Prior EMR physician practice experience a plus.
• Experience with EPIC a plus.
• Preferred Emergency Department experience.