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Medical Assistant
- Full Time, 8am
- 4pm•AMG Cardiology•Mendham
Mendham, NJ, United States
JOB DESCRIPTION
Medical Assistant Position Rooms and prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patients brief
history and vital signs, documents in E.M.R, including reason for visit. Reviews open care gaps/quality indicators. C leans rooms after each patient. Maintains efficient patient flow and keeps patients informed of any delays. Performs routine point of care testing, i.e., phlebotomy, EKGs, pulmonary function
tests, spirometry tests, hearing, vision (including color blindness test), urinalysis, rapid strep tests and drug screening, injections, and vaccinations as per department protocol. Documents appropriately in E.M.R
Prepare lab requests and tests to be sent to lab. Uses two (2) patient identifiers on specimens and labels. Follows up on lab results as per physician orders. Documents appropriately.
Notifies patient of change in medications/diet and reminders regarding appointments as per (verbatim) physician instructions. Monitors patients' need for weekly and/or monthly tests/follow up visits.
Communicates with insurance carriers to obtain authorizations for procedures and pharmaceuticals. Follows up on referrals. Handles patient's requests for medical information, copies of medical records, refills, and test results, etc. as per policy. Schedules testing (in or out of office)
Monitors assigned "inbasket" and clinical pools.
Adheres to infection control and hand hygiene guidelines during all patient care
activities. Recognizes and adheres to National patient Safety Goals and AMG
policies/procedures.
Performs Environment of Care laboratory quality control per policies.
Reports safety concerns promptly using the AHS Event Reporting System.
Supports the overall strategic goals of the clinical practice care area and AMG.
Exemplifies and fosters the
AHS P.R.I.D.E.
values in their clinical practice
QUALIFICATIONS
Required High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program preferred.
Preferred:
Valid certification from a nationally accredited Medical Assisting program preferred
Effective interpersonal skills and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in administration of medications and immunizations
Take and document vital signs including but not limited to height, weight, blood
pressure, pulse and pulse ox
Administer and document POC T controls, testing and results as appropriate.
Effective time management and organizational skills
Proficient in an electronic health record, preferably Epic
Travel to other practice locations as required by practice operations
ABOUT US
Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning. Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services. In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals. Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b)
Retirement Plan:
Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________
Note:
In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
