Certified Medical Assistant

Astera; Monroe Township (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Astera is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical support at our Monroe, NJ location. You will assist doctors and patients with examinations, vital signs, EKGs and injections, while maintaining accurate records and coordinating care across locations as needed.

The role emphasizes professional communication, precise documentation, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Travel to other sites is required to support patient care and continuity.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs and EKGs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist clinicians.
• Obtain and update patient medication lists; administer injections.
• Process prescription refills as directed by physicians.
• Assist with EMR entry, rooming patients, and basic clerical tasks.

Skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Willingness to travel

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 Monroe location. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness. Will travel to other locations as 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 as 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.

We areproud to offer a comprehensive benefit package and paid time off. The 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.

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