Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Skills

Hackensack Meridian Health; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical care under supervision and provide clerical office assistance.

The CMA will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, assist with physician visits, perform EKGs and other tests as indicated, maintain patient records, and ensure confidentiality. A high school diploma or GED and CMA certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam room, treatment room, supplies and instruments.
• Prepare patients for physician visit and examination assistance as directed.
• Take patient vitals and record in medical chart.
• Understand function and care of equipment.
• Perform EKG, PFT, Audiometry as indicated after evaluation checklist.
• Maintain records and assist with billing procedures as needed.
• Use computer software to maintain office systems.
• Identify and respond to confidentiality issues.
• Deliver care tailored to patient population (age, culture, language, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program certificate

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical care under supervision and provide clerical office assistance.

The CMA will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, assist with physician visits, perform EKGs and other tests as indicated, maintain patient records, and ensure confidentiality. A high school diploma or GED and CMA certification are required.