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Medical Assistant
Job description
Currently hiring multiple Medical Assistants for an outpatient setting for one of the largest healthcare providers in New Jersey!
Hours: 40 hours, full-time, day shift, Monday through Friday
The availeble locations are:
- Berkley Heights, Livingston, Westfield, Warren. Bernardsville
- Hoboken, Teaneck, Park Ridge, Closter, Oakland
- Morristown, Florham Park, Clifton, Short Hills, Sparta
- And many more!!!
Job Description:
The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures.
- Prepares the examination room. Escorts patients into the room. Cleans examination room when the exam is complete. Maintains efficient patient flow.
- Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR.
- Ensures proper preparation for patient visits.
- Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visits.
- Answer the telephone in an appropriate manner. Directs calls and/or takes accurate messages.
- Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines.
- Consistently and accurately stocks examination rooms with all necessary supplies.
- Reconciles encounter daily and accurately, according to policy guidelines.
- Effectively communicates problems, concerns, or issues to the Supervisor and/or Manager appropriately and promptly.
- Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents known allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures.
- Provides referrals and/or consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.
- Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.
- All other duties as assigned
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
- Medical Assistant Diploma OR National Medical Assistant Certification
- High School Graduate/GED / Equivalent Work or Vocational / Technical School / Diploma, required. Associate Degree preferred.
- 0-1 year related work experience, required. 2-4 years related work experience, preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days of hire, required
- Basic proficiency in computer use, required
- Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required