Certified Medical Assistant - GI - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; West Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to assist in providing clinical care to selected patients under the supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner, and to provide clerical office support.

Education includes a high school diploma or GED; preferred is graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Licenses required include CMA or equivalent, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and data entry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to select patients under supervision of a nurse or licensed practitioner.
• Provide clerical office assistance and support clinic workflows.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interacting with diverse populations

Work in fast-paced environment

Data entry procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of 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 or equivalent such as a GED
• 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 Registered Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.