Medical Assistant - Cardiology - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health • Clark, NJ

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant in the cardiology physician practice assists physicians with patient care. The role supports examinations and minor office procedures, performs routine screening tests and phlebotomy, and helps patients understand office policies, medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets. The Medical Assistant also maintains supplies and equipment, follows OSHA safety standards, and completes accurate, legal, and ethical documentation. The position requires lifting, pushing, and pulling at least 5 pounds and standing for at least one hour per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, and/or GED-equivalent program.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and supportively with varying populations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data-entry procedures.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2–3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs.
• Record patient interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
• Provide patient education about office policies, medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets.
• Assist physicians with examinations and minor office surgery.
• Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform other first aid procedures.
• Use CPR skills when required.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, stock supplies, and sterilize instruments.
• Practice OSHA safety standards.
• Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
• Triage patient phone calls and review prescriptions with patients as directed by the physician, as applicable.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned that support the essential functions of the job.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand at least one hour per day.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

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