Medical Assistant - Surgical Group - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health • Ocean Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with patient care in a surgical group physician practice at Hackensack Meridian Health. The role includes supporting examinations and minor office surgery, preparing patients, performing routine screening tests and phlebotomy, and helping patients understand office policies, medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets. The Medical Assistant also maintains supplies and equipment, sterilizes instruments, follows OSHA safety standards, and completes accurate, legal, and ethical documentation. The position requires effective, supportive interactions with diverse populations and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Lift a minimum of 5 lbs., push and pull a minimum of 5 lbs., and stand a minimum of 1 hour a day.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 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 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 duties and projects as assigned that support the essential functions of the job.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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