Certified Medical Assistant - Vascular Surgery- Physician Services

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical care under supervision, assist nurses and physicians, and perform clerical tasks in a busy practice.

This M-F position runs roughly 7am–5pm, with potential coverage at Hackensack locations as needed. Applicants should hold a CMA credential or equivalent and demonstrate strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School 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.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interacts well with diverse Popul0

Ability to work in a fast-paced env2

Data entry / computerized processes

Team collaboration

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 MeridianHealth 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 is a M-F position. Hours will be between 7am and 5pm depending on the needs of the office. May be asked to cover at Hackensack location when needed

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 National Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Advanced Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist or Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate or Certified Clinical Administrative Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.