Certified Medical Assistant

Saint James Health • Newark, NJ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint James Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Medical Assistant to join our growing healthcare team. The Medical Assistant plays a vital role in supporting providers and ensuring patients receive high-quality, patient-centered care. This position provides both clinical and administrative support in a fast-paced Federally Qualified Health Center serving diverse patient populations, including adult, pediatric, women's health, and behavioral health patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current National Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, or equivalent).
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR/EHR systems).
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish and/or Portuguese.
• Prior experience working in primary care, pediatrics, women's health, or a Federally Qualified Health Center.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination by obtaining vital signs, medical histories, chief complaints, and medication reconciliation.
• Perform Point-of-Care testing, including EKGs, glucose testing, Hemoglobin A1c testing, urinalysis, pregnancy testing, and rapid testing for flu, strep, RSV, and COVID-19.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection as ordered by providers.
• Process laboratory specimens and assist with tracking and follow-up of results.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record (EPIC).
• Prepare and clean examination rooms in accordance with infection control standards.
• Assist providers and nursing staff during patient visits and procedures.
• Support preventive care initiatives and quality improvement measures.
• Coordinate patient flow and rooming activities.
• Assist with patient scheduling, registration, referrals, insurance verification, and prior authorizations.
• Manage assigned EPIC work queues and provider in-baskets.
• Scan, upload, and maintain patient documentation within the medical record.
• Collect copayments and patient balances when required.
• Provide front desk coverage and support as needed.
• Must be able to perform opening and closing responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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