Certified Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Vital Signs

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, and perform routine diagnostic tasks under supervision. The role requires strong communication, patient interaction, and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinic setting in New Jersey.

Responsibilities include vital signs, room setup, basic lab work (EKG, phlebotomy), and privacy compliance. образования and certifications listed in job details.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent programs.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (HCP) certification or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills; able to interact with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms, supplies, and instruments.
• Assists with patient intake and physician visits.
• Records vital signs in the medical chart.
• Operates and maintains equipment as directed.
• Performs lab-related tasks (EKG, phlebotomy, UDS) after evaluation completion.
• Maintains patient records and assists with billing procedures as needed.
• Uses computer systems for office operations and data entry.
• Protects patient confidentiality and respects communication needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interact effectively with diverse Pop.

Fast-paced environment

Computerized processes & data entry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, and perform routine diagnostic tasks under supervision. The role requires strong communication, patient interaction, and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinic setting in New Jersey.

Responsibilities include vital signs, room setup, basic lab work (EKG, phlebotomy), and privacy compliance. образования and certifications listed in job details.