You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers, ensuring efficient patient flow and high-quality care. This role involves assisting with patient examinations, performing basic clinical procedures, and managing front office tasks while maintaining a professional and compassionate environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Clinical Intake & Assessment: Direct the patient preparation process by accurately capturing vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints to support efficient provider examinations.
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Provider & Procedural Assistance: Serve as a primary clinical aide during exams and minor procedures, including the administration of medications and injections within the established scope of practice.
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Diagnostic & Lab Services: Perform point-of-care testing and specimen collection while maintaining meticulous documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
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Patient Coordination & Communication: Facilitate seamless patient care by managing appointments, coordinating follow-ups, and handling clinical inquiries, including prescription refill requests and phone triage.
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Clinical Environment Stewardship: Oversee the sanitation and sterilization of medical instruments and exam rooms, while managing inventory levels and the procurement of clinical supplies.
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Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensure total adherence to HIPAA and OSHA protocols while verifying patient demographics and insurance details to support practice accuracy and safety.
Skills
- Technical skills in handling EHR systems and laboratory tests.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Facility Type
Hospital
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
This job description adheres to the compliance and regulatory standards set by healthcare authorities in the state of New Jersey.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
