Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Flow

Summit Medical Group; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and advanced practice providers with clerical duties, patient flow, and direct patient care. You will prepare exam rooms, collect vitals, document in the EHR, and assist with scheduling and referrals.

The role requires completing an accredited MA or phlebotomy program and BLS, with 0-4 years of related experience. Must be able to commute to satellite offices as needed and work in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program required.
• 0-1 year related work experience required; 2-4 preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepares examination room and escorts patient in for visit.
• Maintains efficient patient flow and accurate room readiness.
• Documents vitals, allergies and medications in EHR.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in PMS/EHR.
• Provide referrals and/or consult orders in PMS and EHR.
• Adheres to universal safety precautions when administering meds.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Office coordination

EHR documentation

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate from accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program

Tools

EHR

Practice Management System

Job description

VillageMD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and advanced practice providers with clerical duties, patient flow, and direct patient care. You will prepare exam rooms, collect vitals, document in the EHR, and assist with scheduling and referrals.

The role requires completing an accredited MA or phlebotomy program and BLS, with 0-4 years of related experience. Must be able to commute to satellite offices as needed and work in a fast-paced clinical setting.