Lead Medical Assistant: Mentor & Clinical Leader

Jefferson Health; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Medical Group, Practice, PC in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant to mentor other MAs, lead daily operations, and assist with exams and diagnostic procedures including EKGs and venipuncture. The role requires strong communication and clinical skills within a HIPAA-compliant office.

The position emphasizes staff leadership, accurate vital signs documentation, and collaboration with physicians to ensure quality patient care while maintaining office efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years Medical Assistant experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with medical office procedures.
• Customer interaction knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of medical equipment used in patient care.
• Documentation of health information and medical histories.
• Ability to read and interpret patient charts.
• Clinical skills for patient care and procedures.
• Knowledge of clinical quality measures and HIPAA basics.
• BLS certification; CMA certification would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with coworkers, visitors and staff per Jefferson values.
• Trains and mentors other Medical Assistants; supports daily operations.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify identity.
• Perform and document vital signs, med history, and quality measures.
• Maintain IT systems within scope of practice and documentation.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures; perform EKG/venipuncture if needed.
• Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
• Order and manage clinical supplies to keep office operations smooth.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Medical office procedures

Customer interaction

Medical equipment

Health information documentation

Read patient charts

Clinical skills

BLS certification

CMA certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kennedy Medical Group, Practice, PC in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant to mentor other MAs, lead daily operations, and assist with exams and diagnostic procedures including EKGs and venipuncture. The role requires strong communication and clinical skills within a HIPAA-compliant office.

The position emphasizes staff leadership, accurate vital signs documentation, and collaboration with physicians to ensure quality patient care while maintaining office efficiency.