Certified Medical Assistant

Astera Cancer Care; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Astera Cancer Care in East Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians and patients across our locations. You will perform vital signs, document care in our EMR, and help keep the clinic running smoothly.

The role requires certification, prior experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel to other sites as needed. We offer comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification is 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 if needed.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs and EKGs.
• Prepare patients for examinations.
• Obtain and update patient medication lists and administer injections.
• Authorize prescription refills as directed by physicians.
• Use EMR and handle clerical tasks as needed.

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification

Proven experience

Medical office software

Time management

Communication skills

Organization & planning

Travel to other locations

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 East Brunswick location. 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 locations if needed.

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 if needed

Pay Range

$21/hr - $30/hr

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated pay range for this position. 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.

Benefits

• Health benefits include immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, FSA and other ancillary benefits. We also offer a 401(k) plan with company contribution, profit sharing, tuition assistance and employee referral bonus.