Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. in Rutherford, NJ is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to assist in providing clinical care to patients under supervision. Responsibilities include clerical office tasks and patient interaction. This position requires a High School diploma, certification as a Medical Assistant, and excellent communication skills.

The schedule is based on the provider's needs, which may include evenings and Saturdays. Join us to make a difference in healthcare and contribute to a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to select patients.
• 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 and data entry procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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.

It will be an 8-hour shift. Schedule based on the provider's schedule. 8am-5pm, or 10am-7pm, or 9am-6pm. You will be required to work on Saturdays, but it's a 5-day work week, so if you work Saturday(8-2) , you will be off one day a week.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED
• 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 Registered Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist
• 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!