Medical Assistant: Hands-On Care & Front Desk Support

Virtua; New Jersey; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Free counseling sessions

Job summary

Virtua Health, Moorestown, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient examinations, obtain vital signs, and document medical history under physician supervision. Certification and BLS are required, with 0-2 years of experience preferred.

The position is full-time, on-site with a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package. Training and career growth opportunities are available within Virtua Health.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant. In the state of DE, certification is required within 1 year of hire.
• 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 as directed by and under the supervision of the physician.
• 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 or Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Virtua Health, Moorestown, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient examinations, obtain vital signs, and document medical history under physician supervision. Certification and BLS are required, with 0-2 years of experience preferred.

The position is full-time, on-site with a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package. Training and career growth opportunities are available within Virtua Health.