Certified Medical Assistant - Vascular Institute, 32 Hours per Week

Atlantic Medical Imaging•Manahawkin, NJ

6d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

AMI is seeking a full-time, 32 hour per week, Certified Medical Assistant to assist the Vascular Institute team in the Manahawkin Vascular Institute location. CMAs in the Vascular Institute provide hands-on, direct clinical care to patients. This full time, 32 hour per week position will primarily provide coverage in Manahawkin, with training and coverage assigned in Toms River. Coverage in Toms River will be schedule as needed. The work schedule includes 7:30am-4pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Wednesdays are off. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Current & valid nationally accredited Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA or RMA) is required.
A current American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained prior to the start of employment.
Hands-on, direct clinical care experience as a CMA is required.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly & effectively, verbally and in writing.
Excellent organizational skills and are accurate & thorough in all aspects of their work.
Skilled in utilizing standard office equipment including computers.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with vascular, post-op, or wound care is strongly preferred.
Possesses the initiative to set and achieve high standards of performance and has the ability to multitask under time constraints.

Responsibilities

Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the provider, meticulously documenting procedures and patient responses.
Triages patients and conducts vital sign assessments, including ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurements, with prompt and precise documentation.
Supports patients with dressing and ambulating when necessary, utilizing lift assist devices to ensure safe transfers.
Assists patients to and from exam rooms, chairs, and related equipment.
Ensures smooth room turnover by thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.
Gathers and inputs detailed patient history into the EMR for both new and follow-up visits, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Responds to patient inquiries within the Medical Assistant’s scope, providing clear, informative, and compassionate communication.
Assists with clerical responsibilities, including managing paperwork, scanning documents, and entering data to facilitate efficient office operations.
Provides patients with clear post-visit education and instructions, enhancing their understanding of care plans and follow-up steps.
Exhibits exceptional customer service skills, delivering thoughtful, empathetic care to foster a positive patient experience.
Performs additional duties as assigned to support the clinical team and improve overall operational efficiency.
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and provides patients with thoughtful, empathetic care at all times.
Performs other duties as required and assigned.