CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) - Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center

Care Plus NJ Inc; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Premium Holiday Compensation

401k Plan

Job summary

CarePlus NJ Inc. seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for the Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center in Paramus, NJ.

This on-site, full-time role starts at $22.28 per hour and offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and retirement options. You'll support adults 18+ in a 24/7 behavioral health crisis setting, assisting in examinations, data collection, medications, and care coordination under supervision of a physician, APN, or RN.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in behavioral health setting.
• Completed a Medical Assistant Program Accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
• Current CPR/AED (BLS) certification.
• Valid driver’s license required and insurable.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff with all aspects of the examination and evaluation process in the CRSC.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information in the consumer record.
• Collect specimens, administer intramuscular injections, perform phlebotomy and other routine lab tests.
• FIll out requests for lab tests and arrange for specimens to be picked up.
• Prepare consumers for examinations and potential interventions.
• Reconcile medications and obtain medical records from hospitals/offices.
• Maintain inventories and order medical supplies and materials.
• Schedule appointments, answer phones and route messages to staff.
• Perform administrative tasks and complete insurance forms as needed.
• Clean and sterilize equipment; return equipment to storage.
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.

Skills

Vital signs measurement

Interviewing patients

Medical record documentation

Phlebotomy

Medical administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) - Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center

Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
Full-time, On-site
Hourly: Starting at $22.28

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan

Note: That's not all!We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary

You will provide services in the CRSC to adults 18+ experiencing a behavioral health crisis 24/7, 365 days a year, which may include, but be not limited to, delivering on-site holistic, comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs and developmental stages of each individual, preparing individuals for examination, and assisting in examination and treatment of individuals in crisis under the direct supervision of a physician, APN, and/or RN. Additionally, you will communicate observations and information about consumers to the treatment team and conduct thorough initial observations and assessments to identify immediate medical interventions required.

What You Will Do

• Assist medical staff with all aspects of the examination and evaluation process in the CRSC.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height, and record information in consumer record.
• Collect specimens, administer intramuscular injections, perform phlebotomy and other routine laboratory testing.
• Perform necessary clerical functions to assure physician orders are carried out, including filling out requests for lab tests and arranging for specimens to be picked up.
• Prepare consumers for all aspects of examination, evaluation, and potential interventions.
• Reconcile medication, refill medications and obtain medical records from hospitals/offices.
• Maintain inventories and order medical supplies and materials.
• Schedule appointments, answer phones and route messages to the appropriate staff.
• Perform administrative tasks and complete insurance forms as needed.
• Clean and sterilize equipment as appropriate; return equipment to proper storage areas.
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Experience working in behavioral health setting
• Completed a Medical Assistant Program Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
• Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) certification
• Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance for primary drivers

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

The CRSC follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.