Medical Assistant (MA)Virtua Reconstructive Full time - Somers Point Office

Virtua Health - Somers Point, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Somers Point, NJ

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Virtua Health involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting clinical providers, and performing various clinical tasks under supervision. The role is essential in ensuring that patients receive timely and effective care while maintaining the operational efficiency of the medical office.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam.
• Prepares exam room as required based on chief complaint.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing.
• Administers vaccines and completes required documentation.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc. as directed and under the supervision of the physician.
• Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol.
• Contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results as directed by and under the supervision of the physician.
• Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly, to ensure that clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
• Performs front desk duties as directed which may include registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
• BLS Certification required.