CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

OHI - Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc.; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Salary Deferral and Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OHI - Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team in Brick Township, New Jersey. This role involves providing patient care under the direction of providers, documenting in EMR, and assisting with clinical tasks such as administering vaccines and obtaining vital signs.

The successful candidate must be certified as a Medical Assistant, possess Basic Life Support certification, and be able to work a flexible schedule including rotations and weekends. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must have current certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work weekends and rotations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for appointments and document necessary information.
• Obtain vital signs and perform clinical testing.
• Administer vaccines and manage patient flow in clinic.
• Maintain exam rooms and inventory of medical supplies.

Skills

Patient care

EMR documentation

Clinical testing

Vaccination administration

Bilingual communication

Education

Current National Certification as Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Schedule and Location

Candidate expected to work 4 10‑hour shifts and must be able to commute to Ocean County primarily and Monmouth County as well.

Bilingual Preferred.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing, the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides patient care under the direction of the CMO and the Provider, including telephoning patients, obtaining vitals, documenting in EMR and immunization administration. The CMA assists with supplies and equipment ordering and is committed to creating a positive team environment while being a good team member.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for appointments, verify demographics, insurance, and obtain required consents.
• Room patients and document chief complaints, medical history, allergies, screenings, and social history in EMR.
• Obtain and accurately record vital signs, pain levels, and other patient information.
• Perform basic clinical testing including urinalysis, pregnancy tests, vision/hearing screenings, and blood draws.
• Administer vaccines and document accurately in EMR and NJIIS registry.
• Assist providers during exams, procedures, and patient care activities.
• Maintain exam rooms, disinfect equipment, and follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Monitor patient flow and help ensure efficient daily clinic operations.
• Manage daily EMR “bucket” items and communicate closely with care teams to close out cases efficiently.
• Schedule appointments, referrals, prior authorizations, and specialty care follow‑ups.
• Follow up with patients regarding test results, missed appointments, and pending orders.
• Educate patients on portal access, vaccines, procedures, and follow‑up care instructions.
• Maintain inventory, stock supplies, monitor expiration dates, and manage medical equipment logs.
• Orient and train new staff as directed by nursing leadership or designee.
• Maintain professionalism, teamwork, CPR certification, and participate in ongoing training and education.

Education, Experience, and Licensure

• Current National Certification as Medical Assistant is required.
• Basic Life Support for providers through the American Heart Association is required.
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of the organization and hours of operation is required.
• Rotation of sites and weekend shifts may be required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts with Medical and Dependent Care
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) Salary Deferral and Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Program