Certified Medical Assistant - Oncology - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health•Edison, NJ

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant assists with clinical care for select patients under the supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance. The role supports physician visits and examinations, performs assigned clinical tests and procedures after completing applicable performance evaluation checklists, maintains patient records, and helps with office systems and billing. Care is adapted to the needs of the patient population, including age, culture, language, literacy, and sensory needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent program.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively and supportively with varied populations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of computerized processes and data-entry procedures.
One of the following certifications or credentials: Certified Medical Assistant; National Certified Medical Assistant; Certified Registered Advanced Medical Assistant; Certified Registered Medical Assistant; Certified Clinical Medical Assistant; Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist; Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate; Certified Clinical Administrative Medical Assistant; or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant.
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.

Responsibilities

Prepare exam and 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 when indicated after completing a performance evaluation checklist.
Perform UDS, BAT, phlebotomy, and other laboratory testing when indicated after completing a performance evaluation checklist.
Complete patient records as directed and file 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 and modify and deliver care accordingly, communicating with patients and caregivers at an appropriate developmental, educational, and literacy level.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Adhere to Hackensack Meridian Health organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 10 pounds, and stand for at least 6 hours per day.