Certified Medical Assistant (FT) Hamilton, NJ
RWJBarnabas Health
- Hamilton, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS Certification approved by AHA
- Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP
- At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Attention to accuracy and detail
- Proficient knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
- Strong written and oral communication skills essential
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to take vital signs and perform a patient assessment
- Administration of medications as directed by physician or health practitioner
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of patient satisfaction and safety
- Phlebotomy and EKG
- Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- BLS Certification approved by AHA
- Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP
- Shift working, 11:30am - 8:00pm
- Monday - Friday
- Full-Time
- 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
- 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
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!