Clinical Assistant - Whiting

Deborah Heart and Lung Center • Whiting, NJ

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About The Position

The Clinical Assistant performs both clinical and administrative functions. The position assists physicians with patient care and handles scheduling, entering charges, and billing for services. It also provides information to patients so they can fully utilize and benefit from clinical services. The assistant may be required to float to another office location.

This is a full-time position, scheduled for 80 hours per pay period. The minimum starting rate is $21.21. Base pay may take into account applicable factors such as years of recent relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity. Healthcare coverage is offered to team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week.

Requirements

• At least one year of recent experience in a medical facility as a clinical assistant, or documented evidence of completing an externship in a medical office.
• Experience with electrocardiograms (EKG), vital signs, and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Medical Assistant Diploma from an accredited program.
• Appropriate certification and one of the listed credentials: LPN, CMA, RMA, CCMA, or MOA.
• American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider credential.
• Effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers.
• Perform Medical Assistant tasks appropriately.
• Understand patient education needs and effectively share information with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care.
• Handle scheduling, enter charges, and bill for services.
• Provide information to patients to help them utilize and benefit from clinical services.
• Float to another office location when required.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Meal discount.
• Dependent care subsidy.
• Adoption assistance.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree