Certified Medical Assistant- Primary Care - Physician Practice
Company: Hackensack Meridian Health
Location: Newark
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: Our team members are the heart of what makes us
better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live
better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With
a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are
team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.
It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for
our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our
mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive
change. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for
assisting in providing clinical care to select patients under the
supervision of the professional nurse or licensed medical
practitioner and provides clerical office assistance. To better
serve our patients and increase access to quality healthcare, we
are excited to announce the opening of this new practice location
in Howell, NJ. As we grow, our commitment to providing
comprehensive Internal Medicine and specialized Women's Health
services remains our priority. With appointments available six days
a week, from Monday to Saturday, we aim to offer peace of mind and
convenient care for our community. We are looking for compassionate
and dedicated individuals to join our team. Our ideal candidate is
a team player who is committed to our goals of providing efficient,
effective, and reassuring care. We believe in supporting our staff
and will provide the necessary guidance and training for you to
thrive in your role. CMA will train and work in Neptune location to
start. At our new location, shifts can be Monday-Friday can be
either 8a-430p, 830a-5p, or 12p-8p. Saturdays will be 8a-12p.
Responsibilties: A day in the life of a Certified Medical Assistant
at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: - Prepares exam room,
treatment room, supplies and instruments. - Prepares patients for
physician visit and examination assisting as directed. - Takes
patient's vital signs and records in medical chart. - Understands
proper function and care of special equipment. - Performs EKG, PFT,
Audiometry, Titmus Test as indicated after a performance evaluation
checklist completion. Also performs UDS, BAT, Phlebotomy, and other
lab testing as indicated after performance evaluation checklist
completion. - Maintains records by completing patient records as
directed; file record and reports. - Assists with
collections/billing procedures as needed. - Uses computer software
to maintain office systems. - Identifies and responds to issues of
confidentiality. - Identifies the needs of the patient population
served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those
needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually
impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the
patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level
(developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). - Other duties
and/or projects as assigned. - Adheres to HMH Organizational
competencies and standards of behavior. - Lifts a minimum of 5
lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of
1 hour a day Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities Required: - High School diploma or equivalent such as a
GED - Excellent communication skills - Ability to interact
effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations -
Ability to work in a fast paced environment - Knowledge of
computerized processes and data entry procedures Education,
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: - Graduate of an
accredited Medical Assistant program. Licenses and Certifications
Required: - Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Registered
Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered
Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist - AHA Basic Health Care Life
Support HCP Certification. If you feel that the above description
speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please
apply today!
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