Certified Medical Assistant - OBGYN - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health•Eatontown, NJ

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant assists in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance. The role is in an OBGYN physician practice at Hackensack Meridian Health. The Medical Assistant prepares exam and treatment rooms, prepares patients for physician visits and examinations, takes and records vital signs, and performs tests and lab procedures when indicated and after completing the required performance evaluation checklist. The position also supports patient records, billing and collections, office software, confidentiality, and care tailored to the needs of the patient population served. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, the ability to interact supportively with varying populations and work in a fast-paced environment, and knowledge of computerized processes and data entry. Required credentials include a qualifying medical assistant certification and AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred. The posted minimum rate is $23.68 per hour. HMH describes a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time positions of 20 or more hours per week, including health, dental and vision coverage, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively and supportively with varying populations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures.
One of the following credentials: Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Registered Medical Assistant, National Certified Medical Assistant, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant, or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist.
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
Lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand for at least 1 hour per day.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

Prepare exam rooms, treatment rooms, supplies, and instruments.
Prepare patients for physician visits and examinations, assisting as directed.
Take patients' vital signs and record them in the medical chart.
Understand the proper function and care of special equipment.
Perform EKG, PFT, Audiometry, and Titmus tests as indicated after completion of a performance evaluation checklist.
Perform UDS, BAT, phlebotomy, and other laboratory testing as indicated after completion of a performance evaluation checklist.
Maintain records by completing patient records as directed and filing records and reports.
Assist with collections and billing procedures as needed.
Use computer software to maintain office systems.
Identify and respond to confidentiality issues.
Identify the needs of the patient population served and modify and deliver care accordingly, including communicating at the patient's developmental, age, educational, and literacy level and accommodating cultural, language, hearing, or visual needs.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.