Certified Medical Assistant I - Full Time - Varies, AMG Family Medicine - Millburn

Atlantic Health System•Short Hills, NJ

3d•$21 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Atlantic Medical Group Family Medicine in Millburn is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to provide 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, and may include clerical, administrative, clinical, and specialized tasks. The Certified Medical Assistant supports patient visits and clinic operations by collecting and documenting clinical information, assisting with examinations and laboratory work, maintaining records, preparing patient rooms, scheduling appointments, and helping patients navigate the health care system. The position also provides emotional support in accordance with patients’ plans of care and assists with referrals. Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed multispecialty organization with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants across more than 300 locations in northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Its mission is to deliver exceptional care while recognizing the unique needs of those it serves.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification from NHA, AAMA, NAHP, ARMA, AMT, AMCA, or NCCT.

Nice To Haves

More than 2 years of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory setting.
One year of experience in health care services.
Associate’s degree in Medical Care or a related field.
Excellent communication, work ethic, active listening, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and professionalism.
BLS upon hire.
Experience with EPIC or a similar electronic medical record system.
Ability to work within computer systems.

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.
Guide patients through the health care system and help them arrive at scheduled appointments on time.
Take patients’ vital signs before physician visits to establish a baseline for future examinations.
Work closely with physicians to assist with examinations and clinical tasks.
Instruct patients on specimen collection and collect or prepare laboratory samples, including drawing blood.
Greet patients and schedule appointments.
Maintain medical records, including recording patient medical histories and vital signs in the computer system.
Clean, sanitize, and reorganize patient rooms between visits.
Prepare examination rooms by disinfecting equipment and stocking supplies.
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 an additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, 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.