Certified Medical Assistant - Psychiatry- Physician Practice

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

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to assist with clinical care and clerical tasks in Stafford Township, NJ. This role involves patient preparation for examinations, vital sign checks, and maintaining accurate patient records, fostering an environment of support and collaboration. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, communication skills, and ideally, a Medical Assistant certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and fast-paced work ability.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms and assists patients during examinations.
• Takes vital signs and performs lab tests.
• Maintains patient records and assists in billing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interact effectively

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Knowledge of computerized processes

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Overview

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.

*May also be asked to float to Jackson location as needed

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Certified Medical Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• 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. Also performs UDS, BAT, Phlebotomy, and other lab testing as indicated after performance evaluation checklist completion.
• Maintains records by completing patient records as directed; file record 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 that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH 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

Qualifications

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!