Certified Medical Assistant / Business Associate, Cardiology - Wayne
About The Position
This position involves performing direct clinical activities under the direction of a physician, Charge RN, or Manager. Responsibilities include patient intake, blood draws, pharmacy calls, EKGs, and other physician-ordered tests. Accurate documentation in an EMR system is required, adhering to licensure and VMG policies. The role also entails front desk activities such as greeting patients, registration, insurance compliance, payment collection, managing the daily patient schedule, and handling incoming calls for appointments, medication refills, or inquiries. Coordination with clinical staff for special needs and patient flow is essential. The position supports the Practice and professional staff as directed by the Practice Manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program recognized by the State of New Jersey.
- Certification required.
- Completion of formal coursework in office management, database management or business.
- Computer literacy.
- Six (6) months of previous customer service/data entry, administrative/office management/clerical experience required.
- Current and valid certification as a certified medical assistant or registered medical assistant recognized by the Board of Examiners such as American Medical Technology (AMT), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous MA experience in a clinic, physician's office or outpatient setting preferred.
- BCLS certification preferred upon hire, will be required.
- Understanding of the operations of a medical practice preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct clinical activities including patient intake, blood draw, pharmacy calls, EKG and any tests required by the physician.
- Accurately documents in an EMR system in accordance with licensure and VMG policy and procedures.
- Maintains close working relationships with all practice staff to ensure proper workflow, care and treatment.
- Performs a variety of essential front desk activities including greeting, registering, ensuring insurance compliance and collecting appropriate payment at time of service.
- Maintains the daily patient schedule and answers all incoming calls resulting in scheduling an appointment, medication refills or passing along inquiries.
- Coordinates with the clinical staff on any special needs or requirements and ensuring proper patient flow.
- Supports the Practice and professional staff as directed or requested by Practice Manager.
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
