Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health; Manalapan Township (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical teams and ensure smooth patient flow. You will assist with basic clinical tasks under supervision and provide clerical support to the office.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, the ability to interact with diverse populations, and comfort working in a fast-paced setting with knowledge of data entry and computerized processes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with computerized processes and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care under supervision.
• Provide clerical office assistance as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry accuracy

Fast-paced environment

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.

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.