Certified Medical Assistant (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Hackensack, NJ. The role includes assisting with clinical care for patients under supervision and performing clerical tasks.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, relevant certification, and solid communication skills. This position involves lifting and standing for extended periods. Join us to support our community and advance healthcare!

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification is required.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to select patients.
• Provide clerical office assistance.
• Work under supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with varying populations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures

Education

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

Working Conditions:

• Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 10 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!