Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

Medix is hiring a Medical Assistant to support an Internal Medicine department in Berkeley Heights, NJ. The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures.

Job Functions:

• Prepares the examination room. Escorts patient into the room. Cleans examination room when the exam is complete.
• Maintains efficient patient flow.
• Ensures proper preparation for patient visits.
• Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visits.
• Communicates & provides care consistent with the age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of the patient.
• Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner. Directs calls and/or takes accurate messages.
• Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR.
• Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents knew allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures.
• Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.
  All other duties as assigned

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week

Mon 7:45 am - 6:00 pm (9.75 hrs)

Tues 7:45 am - 6:00 pm (9.75 hrs)

Wed 7:45 am - 7:15 pm (11 hrs)

Thurs OFF

Fri 7:45 am - 5:45 pm (9.50 hrs)

Position Requirements:

• Medical Assistant experience
• EMR experience

Interviews are taking place now - Apply today!