Job Description:

Certified Medical Assistant- Surgical Oncology (Physician Practice)

Overview

How have you impacted someone's life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day. From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career, all within New Jersey's premier healthcare system.

Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical care under the supervision of the physician(s) and practice manager for the patients of the practice. Serves as a liaison between the patients and provider.  Performs Medical Receptionist and other clerical duties as requested.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Certified Medical Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner.
• Monitors flow in waiting areas and exam rooms, and makes patients and team members aware of delays.


• Performs medical assistant duties in a safe and efficient manner


• Prepares patient for examination and treatment; takes brief patient history that includes chief complaint, vital signs, and weight; assists physician with procedures; draws blood and obtains urine specimens; administers injections as approved for CMAs; provides patient instructions per physician’s order; conducts authorized in-office tests.


• Proactively reviews chart in advance of patient intake.  Completes all authorized patient chart documentation in an accurate, legible and timely manner.


• Responsible for the preparation of the examination rooms. Accurately and promptly sets up examination rooms, materials and equipment. Proactively monitors required stock level per practice procedure, and anticipates unique supply needs for patients/provider.


• Monitors general clinical supply inventory and equipment

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Medical Assisting.


• 1 year experience in a medical office preferred


• Experienced in surgical setting a plus


• National Certified Medical Assistant certificate required


• CPR certification

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