Certified Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

Atlantic Health; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Summit, NJ seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, update medical records and perform routine screenings under physician supervision. You will collect vital signs, obtain specimens and assist with medication administration as needed.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, coordination of care, and patient-centered support within a team-based setting. This position contributes to timely appointments and quality care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Handles patient intake, updates medical records, and administers appropriate screening tools.
• Records medical information and test results, conducts patient interviews, takes and records vital signs, collects specimens, and administers medication under physician supervision.
• Assists with walk-in and scheduled clinic visits, ensures verification and recording of clinical data and adherence to quality standards.
• Monitors environment for compliance with continual accreditation readiness and evaluates practice schedule for changes or updates.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the certified medical assistant scope of practice, incorporating elements of holistic patient-centered and team-based care.
• Guides patients through the health care system and helps patients arrive at scheduled appointments on time.
• Provides emotional support related to the patient's clinical situation in accordance with the patient's plan of care.
• Assists with referrals of patients to the appropriate specialist for diagnosis or treatment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Atlantic Health in Summit, NJ seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, update medical records and perform routine screenings under physician supervision. You will collect vital signs, obtain specimens and assist with medication administration as needed.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, coordination of care, and patient-centered support within a team-based setting. This position contributes to timely appointments and quality care delivery.