Certified Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

Atlantic Health; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in New Jersey seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient intake, record-keeping and clinical data collection. Under physician supervision, you will measure vitals, administer medications when allowed, and assist with clinic visits to ensure timely, accurate documentation.

You will collaborate with the care team to guide patients through the system, maintain accreditation readiness, and provide compassionate, patient-centered support aligned with the care plan.

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 New Jersey seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient intake, record-keeping and clinical data collection. Under physician supervision, you will measure vitals, administer medications when allowed, and assist with clinic visits to ensure timely, accurate documentation.

You will collaborate with the care team to guide patients through the system, maintain accreditation readiness, and provide compassionate, patient-centered support aligned with the care plan.