Scribe Certified Medical Assistant - Health & Wellness Center

Hackensack Meridian Health; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Scribe/Certified Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a busy practice in New Jersey. The CMA/Scribe provides clinical care under physician supervision and documents in the Medical Record as directed, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role includes performing Medical Receptionist and other clerical duties as requested, with emphasis on clear communication, strong organization, and knowledge of medical terminology to support high-quality patient

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent listening and written communication.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care under physician supervision and document in the Medical Record.
• Present during provider's performance of clinical service.
• Cannot perform CMA and scribe duties for the same patient.
• Perform Medical Receptionist and other clerical duties as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Ability to work in fast-paced & stress

MS Office / Google Suite

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

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 Scribe/Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical care under the supervision of the physician(s) and practice manager for the patients of the practice. The CMA/Scribe is present during the provider's performance of a clinical service and documents in the Medical Record as directed by the physician during the course of the service. Cannot perform CMA and scribe duties simultaneously for the same patient. Performs Medical Receptionist and other clerical duties as requested.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Superb listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• 1+ years prior medical office experience

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Advanced Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist.
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.