Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Location: Flemington, NJ (On-site)
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire (Full-time)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM / 5:00 PM
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable, highly organized, and professional Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join a premier ENT & Allergy practice in Flemington, NJ. In this role, you will work closely with physicians and clinical staff to deliver high-quality patient care, manage clinical workflows, and ensure accurate electronic medical documentation. The ideal candidate possesses strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a patient-centered approach.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Operations
- Room patients, obtain and accurately record vital signs, medical histories, current medications, and allergies.
- Prepare patients for specialty evaluations and assist physicians during ENT and allergy procedures.
- Perform clinical tasks within scope of practice, including injections, specimen collection, and assisting with allergy testing and immunotherapy.
- Maintain, sanitize, and stock examination rooms, clinical instruments, and medical supplies in compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control standards.
Administrative & EMR Management
- Accurately document all patient information, clinical findings, and procedures using NextGen EMR.
- Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, follow-up visits, and specialty testing.
- Manage prescription requests, referrals, prior authorizations, and related clinical paperwork.
- Communicate test results, treatment instructions, and follow-up plans to patients under provider direction.
- Deliver professional, empathetic, and timely communication to patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Certification: Current national certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, CCMA, or equivalent nationally recognized credential).
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Experience: Prior experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient or clinical setting.
- Technical: Experience working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of medical terminology, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong multi-tasking capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–2+ years of Medical Assistant experience, preferably within an ENT, Allergy, or Otolaryngology specialty practice.
- Hands-on proficiency with NextGen EMR charting and scheduling.
- Experience assisting with allergy testing, immunotherapy, injections, or phlebotomy.
- Experience handling insurance referrals, prior authorizations, and prescription refills.
- Active BLS / CPR certification.
*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).
*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.
