Certified Medical Assistant I, Full Time - Days, Women's Health, Newton

Atlantic Health System • Newton, NJ

8d • $21 - $35

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant I provides general direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting under the direct supervision of a physician. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to support practice operations and excellent patient care, helping ensure medical facilities run smoothly in a clerical, administrative, or clinical capacity and performing specialized tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• National CCMA certification from NHA, AAMA, NAHP, ARMA, AMT, AMCA, or NCCT.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Medical Care or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in health care services.
• BLS upon hire.
• Experience with EPIC or a similar EMR system.
• Ability to work within computer systems.
• Excellent communication, work ethic, active listening, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and utmost professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Handle patient intake, update medical records, and administer appropriate screening tools.
• Record medical information and test results; conduct patient interviews; take and record vital signs; collect specimens; and administer medication under physician supervision.
• Assist with walk-in and scheduled clinic visits, verify and record clinical data, and adhere to quality standards.
• Monitor the environment for continual accreditation readiness and evaluate practice schedules for changes or updates.
• Apply knowledge of the certified medical assistant scope of practice, incorporating holistic, patient-centered, and team-based care.
• Guide patients through the health care system and help them arrive at scheduled appointments on time.
• Provide emotional support related to the patient's clinical situation in accordance with the patient's plan of care.
• Assist with referrals to appropriate specialists for diagnosis or treatment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
• PTO and paid sick leave.
• Tuition assistance, advancement, and academic advising.
• Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
• Backup and on-site childcare.
• Well-being rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
• Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED