Certified Medical Assistant $23 - $ 25 -North Bergen, NJ - Hire Evolution Consulting

Job Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical care to select patients under the supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner. In addition to assisting with direct patient care, this role is responsible for various clerical duties to ensure efficient office operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, proficiency in computerized processes, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Hours:

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday 5x8 hour shifts

No Weekend work

No Holidays

No On-call

Float- Required - The float requirement is to cross cover other offices when and if needed to provide adequate care to the patients that are scheduled. Team members are given advance notice and the offices can be in the same building, across the parking lot or within a 2 mile radius.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepares exam rooms, treatment areas, and necessary supplies or instruments.

2. Prepares patients for physician visits and examinations, assisting as directed.

3. Records patient vital signs in the medical chart.

4. Understands and operates specialized equipment properly.

5. Conducts EKGs, PFTs, Audiometry, Titmus Test, UDS, BAT, Phlebotomy, and other lab tests following successful completion of performance evaluations.

6. Completes patient records and manages filing and reporting as directed.

7. Assists with collections and billing processes when necessary.

8. Utilizes office software to manage records and ensure system efficiency.

9. Maintains patient confidentiality and adapts care based on patient needs (age, culture, language, impairments, etc.).

10. Lifts at least 5 lbs., pushes and pulls 10 lbs., and is required to stand for at least 6 hours daily.

11. Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse patient populations.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong understanding of computerized processes and data entry.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• N/A

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certifications and Licensure:

• Required: AHA BLS Certification

• One of the following certifications:

  • CMA-NHA (National Healthcareer Association)

  • CMA-NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing)

  • CMA-AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)

  • RMA-AMT (American Medical Technologists)

  • RMA-NAHP (National Association for Health Professionals)

  • AMCA (American Medical Certification Association)

  • NCMA (National Certification Medical Association)