Medical Assistant (MA) - Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics - Full Time

Virtua Health; Medford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in Medford, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical staff with patient examinations, vital signs, phlebotomy, vaccines, EKGs, and related tasks. The role includes front desk duties, scheduling, and patient communications.

Requirements include a HS diploma and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; in Delaware, certification is required within 1 year of hire. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of similar job experience in a medical office.
• HS diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• In the state of DE, certification is required within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting chief complaint; prepares exam room.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens; administers vaccines; performs EKG and other tests under physician supervision.
• Screens and directs patient calls; contacts patients regarding prescriptions and test results under physician supervision.
• Performs daily regulatory testing to ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
• Performs front desk duties including registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

EKG

Vaccines

Front desk duties

Education

HS diploma

Medical Assistant program graduate

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

About Virtua Health

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we’ve received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we’re committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We’re also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Medford - 131 NJ - 70 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: Professional Orthopedics - 2103 Burlington-Mt Holly Rd

Job Information

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.

• 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: 0-2 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.

Required Education: HS diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. In the state of DE, certification is required within 1 year of hire.

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.

Benefits

• 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
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That’s our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world‑class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.