Certified Medical Assistant – Elizabeth, NJ Position Available In Union, New Jersey

Certified Medical Assistant – Elizabeth, NJ
Req #: 0000204636

Category:

Medical Assistant

Status:

Full-Time

Shift:

Day

Facility:

Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department:

Vascular Surgery TRMC

Salary:

$22.00 – $28.22 per hour

Location:

Barnabas Health Medical Group, 240 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title:

Certified Medical Assistant Location:

Barnabas Health Medical Group Department Name:

Vascular Surgery TRMC Req #:0000204636

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Salary Range:

$22.00 – $28.22,

Hourly Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work, The Compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Vascular Surgery TRMC is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and clerical tasks under the direction of a physician or other health practitioner. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, processing prescription refills, and assisting with minor procedures as directed by a physician or health practitioner. The CMA acts as a practice ambassador, contributing to overall patient experience, safety, and privacy.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED
At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

Phlebotomy and EKG
Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Certifications and Licenses Required:

BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association

Medical Assistant Certification:

NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Monday – Friday

Full-Time Essential Functions:

Performs clinical tasks such as EKGs, hearing and vision screens, urinalysis, injections, vaccinations, and medication administration, treatments and minor surgeries as needed
Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned
Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary
Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment
Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history
Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner
Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes, as needed
Other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Short & Long-Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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