Medical Assistant

Summit Health CityMD•Jersey City, NJ

24d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures, documents patient encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR), and assists Site Managers with patient flow, inventory, lab follow-up, and site compliance. The role includes performing duties within the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice, facilitating diagnostic tests and referrals, communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians under provider guidance, maintaining supplies and a clean professional environment, and helping orient new Medical Assistants and Scribes. The position requires compassionate patient care, attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
Four to six months of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Ability to conduct EKGs.
Comfort with phlebotomy; preferably experience with more than 100 blood draws.
Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and communication skills, including bedside manner.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems.
Ability to work in a flexible and continuously evolving team environment.
Internal candidates must be in good performance and company-policy standing.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
Certified Medical Assistant credential and/or phlebotomy and EKG certifications.
Experience performing rapid bedside tests such as urinalysis, finger sticks, or rapid mono tests.
Knowledge of third-party payor requirements.
Bilingual language skills, required or preferred depending on site location.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures within the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice, including specimen collection, urinalysis, EKGs, and procedure setup.
Document patient encounters accurately and promptly in the EMR, including documentation for multiple patients per hour on average.
Assist Site Managers with patient flow, inventory, and laboratory follow-up.
Maintain Department of Health compliance in site laboratories and exam rooms, including maintaining logbooks, checking expiration dates, and handling specimens properly.
Facilitate diagnostic testing and referrals to medical specialists through Aftercare.
Communicate with patients, pharmacies, and physicians by phone under provider guidance.
Assist licensed practitioners, under their direct and personal supervision, with trained CLIA-waived tests, EKGs, and limb stability for sling assistance.
Keep the site stocked with supplies.
Help maintain a clean, courteous, and professional work environment.
Provide compassionate care to patients.
Assist with training and acclimation of newly hired Medical Assistants and Scribes.