Certified Medical Assistant - Jersey City, NJ

Davita Inc.; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Eastern Ontario seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to perform clinical and clerical tasks essential for patient care. This full-time role requires a High School Diploma and relevant experience. Benefits include competitive pay, PTO, medical insurance, and wellness programs.

Benefits

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

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of relevant experience.
• Certification in Medical Assistance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical and clerical tasks.
• Assist with minor procedures and patient exams.
• Maintain health records and verify patient information.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Knowledge of electronic medical record systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - Jersey City, NJ
Req #: 0000196322

Category: Medical Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Grove Medical Associates

Location:

Barnabas Health Medical Group,
169 York Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Grove Medical Associates

Req#: 0000196322

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.22 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Grove Medical Associates is seeking 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.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

• Bilingual Spanish is a plus
• Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association
• Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP

Scheduling Requirements:

• Monday - Wednesday 8:30am - 6:00pm
• Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Friday 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Saturday 8:30am - 1:00pm (If working a Saturday, you will be off on Friday)
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• 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

Benefits and Perks:

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!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer