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Certified Medical Assistant (FT) Heart & Vascular - Eatontown, NJReq #:0000136837Category:Medical AssistantStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Barnabas Health Medical GroupDepartment:Monmouth Heart & VascularLocation:Dr. Farrugia Practice, 274 Route 35, Eatontown, NJ 07724Job Summary: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, 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.Essential Functions:
Performs clinical tasks such as blood draws, EKGs, hearing and vision screens, urinalysis, injections, vaccinations, and medication administration, treatments, and minor surgeries as needed
Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned
Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary
Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment
Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history
Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner
Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes as needed
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required
Relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Medical Assistant Certification required: NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, NAHP
BLS Certification approved by AHA, required
At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of patient satisfaction and safety
Ability to take vital signs and perform a patient assessment
Administration of medications as directed by physician or health practitioner
Phlebotomy and EKG, preferred
Proficient knowledge of medical terminology
Strong written and oral communication skills essential
Attention to accuracy and detail
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems, preferred
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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