Ambulatory Care Technician Certified - (ACS -General Medicine)

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Pet insurance

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking an Ambulatory Care Technician Certified (Certified Medical Assistant) to support patients from registration through discharge and follow-up, structuring the patient flow for physicians in the examination and treatment areas.

As part of the ambulatory care team, the CMA administers injections, performs front-end and clinical tasks, documents encounters in the EMR, and coordinates with staff to verify insurance precertification.

Qualifications

• Current CMA or related medical assisting certification from a recognized board or state licensure permitting injections.
• Demonstrated competence in intramuscular and subcutaneous techniques.
• Complete annual medication administration review with a passing score.
• Proficient with computer systems and EMR.
• BLS/CPR certification from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Works with faculty and staff to maintain a timely, organized flow of patients in Ambulatory Care Services.
• Prepares patients for visits by interviewing and screening for medical history and vitals.
• Documents all patient encounters in the EMR.
• Notifies provider of abnormal vital signs promptly during visits.
• Obtains clinical data and performs procedures as directed by the provider.
• Administers vaccinations and injections per hospital policy.
• Provides allergy and other screening as designated by policy and regulations.
• Maintains safe, clean environment; prepares clinical space and supplies.
• Verifies patient insurance benefits and precertification for services.

Skills

Certification: CMA/medical assistant

Injections administration

Computer proficiency

CPR/BLS certified

Job description

About The Role

The primary purpose of the Ambulatory Care Technician Certified - (Certified Medical Assistant) position is to support the patient and the provider throughout the ambulatory care patient visit from registration through discharge and follow up. As a Certified Medical Assistant, Ambulatory Care Technician Certified will structure the patient flow for the physicians in the examination and treatment of patients.

As directed by a Physician and University Hospital policy, the Ambulatory Care Technician Certified administers intramuscular and subcutaneous injections which may be delegated under State regulations. The Certified Medical Assistant will support all front end and clinical office procedures.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Works collaboratively with faculty and staff to maintain a timely and organized flow of patients and visitors throughout their experience in Ambulatory Care Services and with University Hospital.
• Prepares patients for visits including interviewing and screening patients for designated criteria to include but not limited to medical, surgical, gynecological, and obstetric history, medication history, chief complaint, vital signs, pain, and height and weight.
• Documents all patient encounters in the electronic medical record.
• Knowledgeable of and then notifies the provider of abnormal vital signs immediately during the patient visit.
• Obtains clinical data and performs procedures as requested/directed by the provider:
• Administers vaccinations and administers subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections according to University Hospital Policy.
• Provides allergy and other screening as designated by University Hospital policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains effective working relationship with coworkers; demonstrates teamwork.
• Verifies patient insurance benefits and precertification for services to be provided.
• Maintains safe and clean environment; and prepares clinical space and supplies.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Current certification from the certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), National Certification Medical association (NCMA) or registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) required or applicants may be licensed in the State of New Jersey in another classification, such as LPN, permitted by regulations to give intramuscular and subcutaneous injections or a third-year nursing student.
• Must have attained a satisfactory level of comprehension and experience in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous techniques.
• Must complete and pass annual review of medication administration, including classroom curriculum, hands on participation and successful passing (80 or higher) of post-test.
• Must be computer proficient.
• BLS (CPR) from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Preferred

• At least one (1) year of related experience in a medical office setting preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) preferred.
• Experience in an Ambulatory Care service/outpatient care setting preferred.
• Candidate to be knowledgeable in Managed Care and Health Insurance in the State of New Jersey.

What We Offer

• Vacation Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position isTT1600: Probationary Rate $24.31 - Job Rate $24.81 - Two (2) Year Rate $25.56 per hour . University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affrimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb .