Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Full Time
About The Position
Optum NJ is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team in Rutherford, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, the CMA will contribute to making healthcare better for everyone, supported by clinical resources, data, and a global organization. Optum aims to provide an exceptional career experience, empowering employees to live their best lives at work and at home, and offering opportunities to advance community health and contribute new practice ideas. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides direct and indirect patient care through clinical and telephone interactions, adhering to established standards, policies, and clinical protocols. This role involves close collaboration with physicians and the care team to ensure high-quality, coordinated, and patient-centered care delivery.
Requirements
- Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent)
- 1+ years of clinical experience in a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Current CPR / BLS certification
- 1+ years of recent experience as a Medical Assistant
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care and assist physicians and advanced practice providers with examinations and procedures
- Perform clinical duties within scope of practice in compliance with Optum NJ and Riverside Medical Group policies and protocols
- Demonstrate a proactive, compassionate approach to patient care, addressing patient and family needs
- Room and escort patients efficiently to support patient flow and experience
- Perform authorized clinical procedures including vital signs, vision screening, and selected point-of-care testing
- Prepare electronic prescriptions for provider review per Optum policy
- Clean, inspect, and prepare clinical instruments and equipment according to guidelines
- Accurately label, process, and prepare specimens for laboratory transport within the electronic medical record system
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely patient documentation
Benefits
- Excellent benefits within 30 days, including PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more!
- Comprehensive Optum benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
