Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to assist in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of a licensed professional. The role also includes clerical office duties to support efficient patient flow.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, plus CMA certification requirements and strong communication skills to interact with diverse patients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to select patients under supervision of the nurse or licensed practitioner.
• Provide clerical office assistance as part of daily workflow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Data entry

Education

High School diploma / GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of the professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Advanced Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist or Certified Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Administrative Medical Assistant.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.