Certified Medical Assistant- Bayonne, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for Bayonne Primary Care, a full-time role focusing on both clinical and clerical duties. The successful candidate will support providers while enhancing patient experiences through proactive healthcare practices, and will enjoy a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of relevant experience or training needed.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical tasks such as taking vital signs and preparing patients.
• Assist with clerical tasks including answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Communicate with patients and other providers as directed by physicians.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Skills

Clerical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Bayonne Primary Care

Req#: 0000201891

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.22 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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.

Job Overview:

Bayonne Primary Care is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and clerical tasks under the direction of a physician or other health practitioner. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, processing prescription refills, and assisting with minor procedures as directed by a physician or health practitioner. The CMA acts as a practice ambassador, contributing to overall patient experience, safety, and privacy.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

• Phlebotomy and EKG
• Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association
• Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Monday - Friday
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Performs clinical tasks such as EKGs, hearing and vision screens, urinalysis, injections, vaccinations, and medication administration, treatments and minor surgeries as needed
• Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned
• Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary
• Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment
• Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history
• Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner
• Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.