Medical Assistant - Primary Care Sicklerville

Inspira Health Network; Sicklerville (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health in Sicklerville, NJ is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to perform clinical and clerical duties, greet patients, verify insurance, collect specimens, and assist providers during exams and procedures.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, Medical Assistant diploma with national certification, 1 year of medical practice experience, Phlebotomy and EKG skills, and CPR/BLS. EHR experience preferred; willingness to cover other IMG offices as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant diploma and certification from an accredited vocational institution or community college required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a Medical Practice preferred.
• Phlebotomy and EKG experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with drug administration, specifically with vaccine and medication injections preferred.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience preferred.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification or Registry required from one of the recognized certifying organizations (AAMA/NHA/NCCT/AMCA/NAHP/NCMA/AMT).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and verify/enter insurance information.
• Perform specimen collection, injections/vaccines, and assist with exams as per guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and maintain professional patient relations.
• Follow IMG workflow and participate in daily practice huddles.
• Cover other IMG offices as needed based on staffing.
• Maintain timely completion of delegated tasks with accuracy.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient greeting & communication

Specimen collection

Phlebotomy experience

EKG experience

Vaccine administration

Injections

Multi-tasking

Empathy & compassion

Education

Medical assistant diploma

MA certification / registry

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR software (Epic)

Job description

A nonexempt position responsible for performing a variety of clinical and clerical duties while adhering to Inspira Health Network’s Mission, Vision, and Values. These duties include but are not limited to providing clinical and supportive services to patients, providers, and staff, greeting patients, creating or verifying, and updating patient insurance information. Specimen collection, injections/vaccines, entering appropriate information into state database, preparing for exams (including complete vital signs), patient history collection, performing screening procedures per provider guidelines, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting with other specific practice procedures. Required to follow IMG workflow and guidelines, to include participation in daily practice huddles. May be assigned to cover other IMG offices based on staffing needs. Must have the ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Must maintain a pleasant and professional image and demonstrate compassion and empathy when dealing with others. Must acquire the ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks in a timely manner. Education & Experience:High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.Medical assistant diploma and certification from an accredited vocational institution or a community college required.Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a Medical Practice preferred.Phlebotomy and EKG experience strongly preferred.Experience with drug administration, specifically with vaccine and medication injections preferred.Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience preferred.Certification/Licensure:Active Medical Assistant Certification or Registry required from one of the following nationally recognized certifying organizations: American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA)National Healthcare Association (NHA)National center for Competency Testing (NCCT)American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP)National Certification of Medical Association (NCMA)Registration from American Medical Technologists (AMT)Must maintain certification/registry in good standing throughout employmentActive American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR/ BLS certificationPhysical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)LiftingFStandingCSittingFLifting 20-50lbsOClimbingNKneelingOLifting>50lbsNCrouchingOReachingFCarryingFHearingCWalkingCPushingFTalkingCVisionCEnvironmental Conditions:NoiseOVaried TemperaturesOCleaning AgentsONoxious odorsOPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentFBENEFITS INFORMATION:Click Here to Review Our Great Benefits Offerings?>At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.