Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatric Dermatology - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in a dynamic pediatric dermatology office. This role involves assisting professional staff in clinical and clerical tasks, ensuring effective patient interactions and adherence to healthcare protocols. Join a dedicated team that values connection and community service.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to patients under supervision.
• Provide clerical office assistance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with varying populations

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Knowledge of computerized processes

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an 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.

This office has 3 Pediatric Dermatologists, the hours are Monday through Friday, approximately 8:30a-5pm, but the schedule could be 8a-4:30 or 9a-5:30 on some days, depending on physician schedules.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• 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 Clinical Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist or National Certified Medical Assistant
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!