Certified Medical Assistant (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to help provide clinical care under the supervision of a licensed professional and to assist with clerical office tasks. The role emphasizes strong communication with diverse patient populations and efficient data entry within a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and preferably graduates from an accredited medical assistant program with appropriate certifications, including BLS.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care under supervision.
• Provide clerical and administrative office support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient interaction

Fast-paced work

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Graduated MA 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.