Medical Assistant (MA) - OBGYN

Virtua Health; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient exams by recording vital signs, history, and chief complaint, and to prepare the exam area.

The role includes phlebotomy, vaccine administration, basic diagnostic tests under physician supervision, plus front desk tasks and routine equipment checks. Strong communication and certification are required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by documenting vital signs and chief complaint.
• Performs phlebotomy and vaccine administration; conducts diagnostic tests under physician supervision.
• Screens calls and communicates results per protocol.
• Conducts daily regulatory testing and ensures equipment accuracy.
• Maintains clinical supplies and performs front desk duties as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vaccine administration

Patient communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

BLS Certification

Certification/Registration as Medical Assistant

Job description

Summary
Prepares patient and assists clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint.

Summary
Prepares patient and assists clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint.
Performs various clinical tasks within the scope of their certification and under the supervision of the physician.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam. Prepares exam room as required based on chief complaint.
• 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.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required
1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.

Required Education
HS diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure
Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
BLS Certification required.

Salary: $19.54 - $29.20 Hourly

Benefits: Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.