Medical Assistant (MA) - OBGYN

Virtua; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) / 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua in New Jersey is hiring a Medical Assistant for on-site coverage at Burrs Road in Westampton Township. This full-time position (40 hours/week) supports clinical staff by obtaining vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints, and by preparing exam rooms.

The role includes phlebotomy, vaccine administration, EKGs, specimen processing, and handling patient calls with physician supervision. HS diploma and MA certification required; BLS certification preferred. Benefits available.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent and MA program graduate.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 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.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vaccine administration

Patient communication

Clinical documentation

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduated from Medical Assistant program

Job description

Location: Burrs Rd - 101 Burrs Road Office Center, Bldg 2

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 40

Additional Locations: Red Lion - 1805 Route 206

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.

Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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.

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