Certified Medical Assistant

Job Overview:

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs routine clinical and clerical tasks under the direction of a physician or other health practitioner. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and assists with minor procedures as directed by a physician or health practitioner. The CMA acts as a practice ambassador contributing to overall patient experience, safety, and privacy.

Qualifications:

Required:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, required

• Medical Assistant Certification preferred or the ability and willingness to obtain certification from one of the following recognized organizations prior to hire: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, NAHP.

• BLS Certification approved by AHA, required

• At least 12 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Essential Functions:

• Taking vital signs

• EKGS

• Demonstrate proper telephone etiquette,

• Demonstrate utilization of internal and external facility telecommunications,

• Demonstrate ability to perform clerical functions,

• Demonstrate coordination of PAT patient visit admission through discharge,

• Demonstrate accurate review and transcription of Pre-Admission Testing order forms,

• Demonstrate principles of positive guest relations,

• Demonstrate effective communication with all members of health care team, patients and families,

• Demonstrate compliance with established environment of care policy and procedure

• Demonstrate effective management in emergency situation

• Demonstrate ability to function in the role of MA to perform direct and in-direct patient care tasks in accordance with RWJBH policy and procedure

• Good communication & interpersonal skills,

• Flexible and adaptable,

• Organized good time management skills,

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer