Certified Medical Assistant I - Per Diem, 8:30am - 4:30pm - AMG Breast Surgery, Pompton Plains, NJ

Atlantic Health System•Summit, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing general direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting under the direct supervision of a physician. The Certified Medical Assistant collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to support practice operations and deliver excellent patient care. The role helps ensure medical facilities run smoothly and may include clerical, administrative, clinical, and specialized tasks.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Medical Care or a related field.
At least one 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 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 support adherence 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 in holistic, patient-centered, 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 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 eligible 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.