Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Exam Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in South Jersey is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient examinations, take vital signs, document medical history, and assist in procedures. The role includes phlebotomy, vaccine administration, specimen handling, and coordination of tests under physician supervision.

Responsibilities also cover patient communication, front-desk duties, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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.
• Certification valid in state of DE within 1 year of hire.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and chief complaint and set up exam room.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens for processing; administer vaccines and document actions.
• Screen and direct patient calls; inform patients about prescriptions and test results as directed by the physician.
• Conduct daily regulatory testing and ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintain par levels of clinical supplies for the facility.
• Support front desk duties including patient registration, 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 in South Jersey is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient examinations, take vital signs, document medical history, and assist in procedures. The role includes phlebotomy, vaccine administration, specimen handling, and coordination of tests under physician supervision.

Responsibilities also cover patient communication, front-desk duties, and ensuring regulatory compliance.