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Tamburrino Cardiology and Medical Associates
Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$44,207 / year median in New Jersey
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you will support physicians and healthcare providers by performing clinical and administrative tasks that ensure smooth clinic operations and outstanding patient experiences. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help foster a welcoming environment for patients, while your medical knowledge will contribute to accurate assessments and efficient care delivery. Duties Assist with patient intake by collecting medical histories and updating electronic health records (EHR systems) Create and maintain patient medical charts through EHR Schedule patient appointments, including but not limited to consultations, follow-up, and cardiovascular testing Answer patient phone calls and respond promptly to patient messages Measure vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates to support accurate diagnoses Prepare patients for examinations Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinical areas Assist the physician with administrative functions Qualifications Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience as a medical assistant, preferably in a cardiology or internal medicine setting. High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Proficient in taking vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate, as well as completing EKG's Experience with electronic health records (EHR/EMR systems)