Certified Medical Assistant

ASTERA Astera Cancer Care; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis

401(k) plan with company contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Astera Cancer Care is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical support in our Denville, NJ urology office. You will assist doctors and patients across a range of care activities and may travel to Dover/Newton locations as needed.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs and EKGs, preparing patients for exams, updating medication lists, giving injections, refilling prescriptions, and EMR/clerical duties as required. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Proven working experience as a medical assistant.
• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Willingness to travel to other locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Taking and recording vital signs and EKGs.
• Preparing patients for examinations.
• Obtain and update patient medication lists and give injections.
• Authorizing prescription refills as directed by physicians.
• EMR, rooming patients, clerical work, if needed.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Experience as MA

Office management systems

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Why Join Us?

For us, what matters most is excellence. We are caring professionals, people who live, work and dedicate themselves to the communities within New Jersey and Pennsylvania. As such, we strive to provide a sanctuary of excellence, precision, thoroughness and genuine compassion. We also take a whole-person approach to patient care and treatment, tailoring all that we do around their unique needs. And we do all we can for patients, going the extra mile to see that they’re supported, informed and getting the one-on-one care and service they deserve.

Job Description:

As a Certified Medical Assistant you will be responsible for providing clinical support to ensure the efficient operation of our Urology office in Denville. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness. Travel to other offices as needed (Dover/Newton).

Duties include:

• Taking and recording vital signs and EKGs
• Preparing patients for examinations
• Obtain and update patient medication lists and give injections
• Authorizing prescription refills as directed by physicians
• EMR, rooming patients, clerical work, if needed

Requirements:

• Medical Assistant Certification required
• Proven working experience as a medical assistant
• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Willing to travel to other locations as needed

Pay Range:

$21/hr - $30/hr

Benefits:

• The health benefits include immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, FSA and other ancillary benefits
• A 401(k) plan with company contribution, profit sharing, tuition assistance and employee referral bonus
• Paid time off

INDHP Astera Cancer Care is one of the region’s largest physician-owned, multispecialty oncology practices, providing compassionate, patient-centered care since 1981. Our physicians and care teams work together across New Jersey and Pennsylvania to deliver advanced cancer treatment, innovative clinical trials, and coordinated care close to home. At Astera, great care starts with great people. We are committed to creating a workplace where talented people can grown, thrive, and make a meaningful difference for our patients and communities. Learn more about Astera Cancer Care