Certified Medical Assistant

CareAbout•Somerset, NJ

6d•$18 - $26

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key member of the practice, creating a positive first impression and helping patients feel cared for. The role prepares patients for provider evaluations and assists clinical providers with examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical and social history, and updates to electronic medical records. The position also supports patient flow, appointment scheduling, supply management, and general office operations while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in a similar role is required.
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.
CPR certification.
Familiarity with EKG, phlebotomy, and patient care.
Experience with EHR and EMR systems.
Knowledge of pre-authorizations and referrals.
Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency, and a proactive approach with ownership of one’s work.
Dependability, a strong work ethic, and a high degree of personal integrity.
Ability to manage frequent interruptions while maintaining friendly interactions.
Constructive and helpful approach to working with others toward positive outcomes.
Accountability and responsibility for one’s actions.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
Experience in Sleep Medicine is a plus.
Experience with Athena EHR/EMR is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in support of professional nursing staff, including preparing charts, taking temperatures and pulse, performing screenings, and measuring blood pressure and respiration.
Support physicians and practice workflow by organizing exam rooms, maintaining and ordering supplies, screening patient requests, and performing blood draws and point-of-care testing as directed by a provider.
Follow instructions and report observations, symptoms, treatment reactions, and patient complaints.
Manage practice workflow to support timely appointments and reduce patient wait times.
Schedule initial evaluations and follow-up appointments accurately and process cancellations.
Make appointment reminder calls professionally and courteously.
Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and others through oral, listening, and written communication.
Prioritize duties and complete work accurately and promptly.
Maintain confidentiality, exercise responsible judgment, keep knowledge current, refer problems through appropriate channels, and follow policies and procedures.
Obtain and enter patient history and chief complaints, and update medication lists in the electronic medical record.
Comply with legal requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, company policies, and infection-control and safety guidelines.
Perform office tasks such as answering phones, faxing, filing, greeting patients, and other administrative duties.
Inventory, order, receive, sort, and store supplies; restock examination and procedure rooms.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following established standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
Perform other duties assigned by providers, coordinators, and management in accordance with office procedures and policies.
Take ownership of assigned work and seek opportunities to add value to practice operations.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.