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Job Title:

Certified Medical Assistant Classification:

Non-Exempt Reports to:

Practice Development Manager Location:

On-site in

Urgent Care Schedule:

Varying shifts of up to twelve (12) to fourteen (14) hours. Days, evenings, weekends and holidays required.

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant provides high-quality patient care in a healthcare setting by supporting administrative (front desk) and clinical operations, assisting providers, and ensuring a positive patient experience. Responsibilities include supporting the entire patient experience from greeting and rooming patients to obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, processing specimens, maintaining accurate medical records, and assisting with clinical procedures.

FLSA STATUS

This position is a non-exempt role under the Fair Labor Standards Act; thus, it is eligible to receive overtime compensation, as appropriate. Overtime requires prior approval from the supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direct patient care including triage, history taking, and documentation
Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, height/weight, etc.)
EKG/Spirometry/Audiometry knowledgeable
Administer vaccines and nebulizer treatments
Perform phlebotomy (blood draws) and collect lab specimens
Assist providers with casting procedures
Ensure all lab orders and specimens are processed, tracked, and followed up
Maintain accurate and complete documentation in the EHR system
Gather and record patient medical history, including family, social, and medication history
Ensure all clinical quality/meaningful use measures are properly documented
Prepare exam rooms and support patient flow efficiently
Notify providers when patients are ready and communicate delays to patients/families

FRONT DESK AND ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Greet and register patients in a professional and friendly manner
Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage patient flow
Complete patient registration and insurance verification
Collect co-pays, self-pay balances, and outstanding account balances
Post payments and reconcile daily batches
Verify insurance eligibility and secure referrals/authorizations
Assist with faxing, scanning, filing, and medical records management
Ensure imaging/lab reports are received and available for provider review

CLINICAL SUPPORT AND FACILITY DUTIES

Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and equipment
Disinfect exam rooms and equipment between patients per infection control protocols
Restock supplies and maintain inventory
Dispose of medical waste and maintain a safe clinical environment
Coordinate lab and imaging reports for provider review prior to visits
Track referrals and diagnostic testing in required logs
Complete the Opening and Closing Checklist accordingly each shift
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS

Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Completion of an accredited medical assistant training program. Nationally Certified CMA or RMA required through one of the following certifications is required and to be actively maintained while employed: CCMA
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA, National Healthcareer Association) CMA
Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA, American Association of Medical Assistant) RMA
Registered Medical Assistant (verified through AMT, American Medical Technologists) NCMA
National Certified Medical Assistant (verified through NCCT, National Center for Competency Testing) NRCMA
Nationally Registered Medical Assistant (verified through the National Association for Health Professionals).

Recent experience working as a Medical Assistant (within the last 5 years)

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced urgent care environment
Excellent communication and patient service skills
Strong computer and EMR/EHR documentation skills
Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and team-oriented mindset
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office
Ability to work effectively with children and adult patients
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Team player with a positive and professional attitude
Ability to support clinical, administrative, and front desk operations as needed
Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push or pull in order to safely perform essential job duties
Ability to bend and twist repetitively
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

Benefits:

Medical Insurance:
United Healthcare (EPO Plan and PPO Plan)
Dental Insurance:
Ameritas (Base Plan and Buy-Up Plan)
Vision Insurance:
EyeMed
Flexible Savings Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit)
Health Savings Accounts
Paid Time Off
Benefits, except for sick time, are for eligible full-time employees only.

Available within the first 12 months of employment as per plan rules, company policy and local, state and federal law. Subject to change.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00

$25.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

West Caldwell, NJ 07006 (Required)

Work Location:

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Job Title:

Certified Medical Assistant Classification:

Practice Development Manager Location:

Urgent Care Schedule:

Job Summary:

FLSA STATUS

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

FRONT DESK AND ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL SUPPORT AND FACILITY DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Benefits:

Medical Insurance:

Dental Insurance:

Vision Insurance:

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Benefits:

Commute:

Work Location:

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