Certified Medical Assistant

American Heart Center PC; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

American Heart Center PC in Neptune City, NJ is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our diverse healthcare team. You will support clinical operations across dermatology, internal medicine, urgent care, and outpatient services, ensuring accurate documentation and compassionate patient care.

The role requires hands-on experience with EMR/EHR systems, ICD coding, and coordination with hospital teams to deliver seamless patient care in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant with outpatient or hospital experience.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems essential.
• Knowledge of ICD coding and medical documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient intake, vitals, and medical history using EHR.
• Prepare patients for exams and ensure comfort.
• Manage medical records, ICD coding, and documentation.
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, and maintain supplies.
• Educate patients on medications and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teams in hospital settings including trauma centers.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

EMR/EHR proficiency

Patient care

Communication

Education

CMA certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient care and support clinical operations across various specialties, including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient services. Your expertise will help ensure smooth clinic workflows, accurate medical documentation, and compassionate patient interactions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills directly impact patient health and well-being.

Duties

• Assist healthcare providers with patient intake, vital signs measurement, and medical history collection using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort during assessments.
• Manage medical records, documentation, ICD coding, and ensure accurate medical documentation for all patient encounters.
• Support medical office management by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and maintaining inventory of medical supplies.
• Conduct patient education on medications, treatment plans, and health maintenance tailored to specialties like geriatrics or internal medicine.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in hospital settings, including Level I and Level II trauma centers, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or surgical units to deliver seamless patient care.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in outpatient clinics or hospital environments with exposure to dermatology, internal medicine, or emergency medicine.
• Hands-on experience with EMR/EHR systems and electronic health records management is essential.
• Prior involvement in hospital medicine settings such as Level I Trauma Centers or Level II Trauma Centers is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD coding, and medical documentation standards.
• Strong patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse populations while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure environments such as urgent care or hospital emergency departments.Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering top-tier healthcare services!

Your expertise as a Certified Medical Assistant will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Neptune City, NJ 07753 (Required)

Work Location:

In person