Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Hackensack Meridian Health; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 2,691,000 - 3,833,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to assist in providing clinical care under supervision. The role includes room preparation, patient prep for physician visits, vitals, and charting, with emphasis on confidentiality and accurate documentation.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program, and nationally certified MA and BLS. Travel to multiple locations is expected; competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 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.
• Must be able to travel to various locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam room, treatment room, supplies and instruments.
• Prepares patients for physician visit and examination assisting as directed.
• Takes patient's vital signs and records in medical chart.
• Understands proper function and care of special equipment.
• Performs EKG, PFT, Audiometry, Titmus Test as indicated after a performance evaluation checklist completion.
• Maintains records by completing patient records as directed; file records and reports.
• Assists with collections/billing procedures as needed.
• Uses computer software to maintain office systems.
• Identifies and responds to issues of confidentiality.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care accordingly.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hour a day.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interacting with diverse populations

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Computerized processes knowledge

Travel to various locations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to assist in providing clinical care under supervision. The role includes room preparation, patient prep for physician visits, vitals, and charting, with emphasis on confidentiality and accurate documentation.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program, and nationally certified MA and BLS. Travel to multiple locations is expected; competitive benefits apply.