RWJBarnabas Health
NJMS Certified Medical Assistant - Newark, NJ
RWJBarnabas Health, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Certified Medical Assistant - Newark, NJ
Req #: 0000217349
Category: Medical Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: UPA-DCMC Neurosurgery
Pay Range: $22.52 - $29.32 per hour
Location: 90 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ 07103
Job Overview UPA-DCMC Neurosurgery is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform 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, processing prescription refills, and assisting 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:
High School Diploma or GED
One year of CMA experience
Preferred:
Training in Neurosurgical Department assisting a plus
Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Certifications and Licenses Required
BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association
Medical Assistant Certification: AAMA, AECA, AMCA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, NCMA, or NHA
Scheduling Requirements
8:30am - 5:00pm
Monday - Friday
Full-Time
Essential Functions
Clinical Support
Travels to outside locations when needed
Performs patient education when appropriate
Replenish supplies stocks and cleans exam rooms
Takes Proper Vitals on each individual patient seen
Schedules tests and off-site procedures when necessary
Directs lab results to physician for review and treatment plan
Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines
Patient registration and front desk coverage using EPIC EMR 1
Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
Communicates physician referral requests to referral staff for processing
Takes medical stock inventory and communicates supply shortages to Manager
Ensures that laboratory samples are picked up by the reference laboratory daily
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms; prepares patients for exam or treatment
Prepares blood samples for transport to reference lab using centrifuge completes appropriate requisition paperwork for processing and billing of blood specimens
Responsible for procedure or medical test procedure authorizations and scheduling, including authorizing services, assisting the patient in scheduling those services, and obtaining reports and medical notes for the attending physicians' review
Other duties as assigned
Other Things to Know This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it's not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we're looking for someone who's flexible and ready to grow with us.
Benefits 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!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Req #: 0000217349
Category: Medical Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: UPA-DCMC Neurosurgery
Pay Range: $22.52 - $29.32 per hour
Location: 90 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ 07103
Job Overview UPA-DCMC Neurosurgery is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform 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, processing prescription refills, and assisting 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:
High School Diploma or GED
One year of CMA experience
Preferred:
Training in Neurosurgical Department assisting a plus
Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Certifications and Licenses Required
BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association
Medical Assistant Certification: AAMA, AECA, AMCA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, NCMA, or NHA
Scheduling Requirements
8:30am - 5:00pm
Monday - Friday
Full-Time
Essential Functions
Clinical Support
Travels to outside locations when needed
Performs patient education when appropriate
Replenish supplies stocks and cleans exam rooms
Takes Proper Vitals on each individual patient seen
Schedules tests and off-site procedures when necessary
Directs lab results to physician for review and treatment plan
Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines
Patient registration and front desk coverage using EPIC EMR 1
Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
Communicates physician referral requests to referral staff for processing
Takes medical stock inventory and communicates supply shortages to Manager
Ensures that laboratory samples are picked up by the reference laboratory daily
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms; prepares patients for exam or treatment
Prepares blood samples for transport to reference lab using centrifuge completes appropriate requisition paperwork for processing and billing of blood specimens
Responsible for procedure or medical test procedure authorizations and scheduling, including authorizing services, assisting the patient in scheduling those services, and obtaining reports and medical notes for the attending physicians' review
Other duties as assigned
Other Things to Know This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it's not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we're looking for someone who's flexible and ready to grow with us.
Benefits 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!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
#J-18808-Ljbffr