Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care (Physician Practice)

Hackensack Meridian Health - Fort Lee, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Fort Lee, NJ

Hospitals

About the position

The Certified Medical Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health plays a crucial role in providing clinical care to patients under the supervision of healthcare professionals. This position involves both clinical and clerical responsibilities, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care while maintaining efficient office operations. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of the patient population.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam room, treatment room, supplies and instruments.
• Prepares patients for physician visit and examination assisting as directed.
• Takes patient's vital signs and records in medical chart.
• Understands proper function and care of special equipment.
• Performs EKG, PFT, Audiometry, Titmus Test as indicated after a performance evaluation checklist completion.
• Performs UDS, BAT, Phlebotomy, and other lab testing as indicated after performance evaluation checklist completion.
• Maintains records by completing patient records as directed; file record and reports.
• Assists with collections/billing procedures as needed.
• Uses computer software to maintain office systems.
• Identifies and responds to issues of confidentiality.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hour a day.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures
• Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent certification
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification

Nice-to-haves

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional development