Medical Assistant

Job Overview:

The Medical Assistant offers clinical and medical office support to Physicians, Residents and RNs for the Ophthalmology Department. This individual assists in patient care and administrative duties necessary to deliver quality patient care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Type 30 40 wpm
• Possess proficient computer skills
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills required
• Excellent telephone etiquette
• Proficient in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines
• Must be able to adapt to a growing and changing environment
• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
• Through genuine and positive communication, makes each patient feel informed, understood, and special.
• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.

Preferred:

• Customer Service experience preferred
• Possess proficient computer skills
• 2 years of relevant medical office experience is desirable

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or two years of experience working as a medical assistant.

Essential Functions:

• They ensure all open lines of communication between patients, staff and physicians with demonstrated professionalism, efficiency and confidentiality
• They act as a liaison between patients and providers to address and/or resolve problems, inquiries and concerns including test results and prescription renewals
• They prepare patients/rooms for physical examinations; interview patients to obtain medical histories; explain treatment procedures; perform diagnostic testing and assist providers during procedures as needed
• They perform all duties in a manner, which promotes team concepts and reflects RWJ Barnabas HealthCare Systems philosophy

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Monday to Friday
• 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
• 40 hours / weekly

Benefits and Perks:

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!

Pay Range:

$ 22.42 minimum to $ 28.75 maximum Hourly Rate

Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

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.