Medical Assistant - Primary Care- Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Edison, NJ is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient care from 7:30am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong communication skills to interact with diverse patient populations.

Candidates should be comfortable with fast-paced settings and have familiarity with computerized processes and data entry. Relevant certifications (AHA BLS, Phlebotomy) are preferred to ensure readiness for clinical

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with varying populations.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring that they assist physicians with all patient care.

Skills

High School diploma / GED

Excellent communication skills

Interacting with diverse populations

Fast-paced environment

Computerized processes & data entry

Education

2-3 years experience as Medical Assistant

AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring that they assist physicians with all patient care.

Hours are 7:30am - 4:00pm, M-F

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Minimum 2-3 years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician