Certified Medical Assistant - Northwest Region, NJ at RWJBarnabas Health – Northwest Region, New Jersey

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: Nursing Float Pool

Req #: 0000219944

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.92 - $28.92 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Float Pool is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and clerical tasks under the direction of a physician or other health practitioner. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, processing prescription refills, and assisting with minor procedures as directed by a physician or health practitioner. The CMA acts as a practice ambassador, contributing to overall patient experience, safety, and privacy.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED At least 6 months of relevant experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

Phlebotomy and EKG Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Certifications and Licenses Required:

BLS Certification approved by the American Heart Association Medical Assistant Certification: AAMA, AECA, AMCA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, NCMA, or NHA

Scheduling Requirements:

2 - 3 days with minimum 8-hour shifts Monday - Friday Per Diem Required Travel to Bergen, Middlesex, and Union County

Essential Functions:

Performs clinical tasks such as EKGs, hearing and vision screens, urinalysis, injections, vaccinations, and medication administration, treatments and minor surgeries as needed Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes, as needed Other duties as assigned

Other Things to Know:
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.