Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine/Multi-specialty- Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health • Old Bridge, NJ

8d • $22

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with patient care in an internal medicine/multi-specialty physician practice at Hackensack Meridian Health. The role supports examinations and minor office procedures, performs routine screening and phlebotomy, provides patient education, and maintains accurate documentation and a safe, well-stocked clinical environment. The position also requires adherence to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or 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.
• Ability to lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand at least 1 hour per day.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs.
• Record patient interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
• Educate patients 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 materials 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 a physician, as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform other assigned duties and projects that support the essential functions of the job.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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