Medical Assistant - Patient Care Coordinator

Summit Medical Group; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs or NPs with clerical duties, patient flow and procedures in our Westfield, New Jersey location. You will schedule tests, enter orders in the PMS and EHR, coordinate pre-admission testing and ensure waivers and consents are on site.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma, Medical Assistant Certification and Heart Saver certification, with 2–4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Heart Saver certification required.
• 2–4 years experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform diverse tasks accurately under time constraints.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician, PA or NP with clerical duties, patient flow/care, procedures, scheduling hospital and ambulatory admissions.
• Schedule and enter diagnostic tests and procedures into orders management system.
• Coordinate required testing prior to admission and ensure consents are on site.
• Arrange types and distribute surgery schedule.
• Complete necessary forms for the patient accurately.
• Communicate problems or issues to supervisor promptly.
• Obtain vital signs and document in EHR.
• Review and update medication list and document allergies in EHR.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in the PMS and EHR.
• Provide referrals and/or consult orders in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.
• Adhere to universal safety precautions when administering medications.
• Maintain proficiency with department equipment and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Facilitate transition of care to UCC/Hospital.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English communication

Time management

Problem solving

Priority setting

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Heart saver certification

Job description

Summit Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs or NPs with clerical duties, patient flow and procedures in our Westfield, New Jersey location. You will schedule tests, enter orders in the PMS and EHR, coordinate pre-admission testing and ensure waivers and consents are on site.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma, Medical Assistant Certification and Heart Saver certification, with 2–4 years of experience.