Medical Assistant: Front Desk & Patient Care Pro

Virtua Health; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health in Hammonton, NJ is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical providers, document vitals, take patient histories, and assist with exam preparations. This on-site role includes phlebotomy, vaccines, and coordination of tests under physician supervision.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, MA program completion, and BLS; DE certification within 1 year may be required depending on location. Salary is hourly with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant. Certification required within 1 year of hire (DE).
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing. Administers vaccines and completes required documentation.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc. as directed and under the supervision of the physician.
• Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol. Contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results.
• Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly, to ensure that clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
• Performs front desk duties as directed which may include registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Virtua Health in Hammonton, NJ is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical providers, document vitals, take patient histories, and assist with exam preparations. This on-site role includes phlebotomy, vaccines, and coordination of tests under physician supervision.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, MA program completion, and BLS; DE certification within 1 year may be required depending on location. Salary is hourly with full-time hours.