Surgical Medical Assistant – General & Vascular Care

Saint Peter’s Health Care System; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Saint Peter’s Health Care System is seeking a Medical Assistant for General and Vascular Surgery. The role involves assisting with patient arrivals, monitoring vitals, and delivering direct patient care across sessions while ensuring patient age-appropriate procedures are followed.

Applicants must have a Medical Assistant certificate, be certified or registered, and hold BLS. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient communication, and efficient clinic operation in a fast-paced ambulatory

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard Precautions, body mechanics, and patient care procedures.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to patients, families, and care team to document care.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ambulatory patient's arrival during a session.
• Monitor basic physiological parameters.
• Provide direct patient care per session procedures and patient age considerations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in blood specimen procurement within scope of practice.
• Administer medications per established guidelines.
• Support provider for all patient-related tasks.
• Telephone and appointment scheduling.
• Maintain exam rooms, utility rooms, and supply carts in clean, orderly condition.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety precautions

Education

Medical Assistant certificate

Job description

Saint Peter’s Health Care System is seeking a Medical Assistant for General and Vascular Surgery. The role involves assisting with patient arrivals, monitoring vitals, and delivering direct patient care across sessions while ensuring patient age-appropriate procedures are followed.

Applicants must have a Medical Assistant certificate, be certified or registered, and hold BLS. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient communication, and efficient clinic operation in a fast-paced ambulatory