Certified Medical Assistant

CarePoint Health • Full-time • Jersey City, NJ, US • 1w ago

About Us

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

What You'll Be Doing

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurses and other medical staff with providing patient care by following policies, procedures, professional guidelines and provides clinical and clerical support such as assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, filing, retrieval of information and performance of screening examinations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Take patient medical history Explain treatments or procedures to patients Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use. Prepare patients and assists Physicians with procedures Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, post-op movement and maintaining comfort. Instruct patients about medication and special diets Prepare and administer medications as directed by a Physician or Licensed Provider Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills. Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms. Ensures chart is maintained with relevant lab work and test results Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility. Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed. Other duties as may be assigned.

What We're Looking For

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must possess certification as a Medical Assistant in the State of New Jersey
2 years experience a Medical Assistant, preferably in a hospital setting
BLS certification, preferred
Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay• Medical, dental, and vision insurance• 401k with Company match• Generous paid time off• Paid Holidays• Tuition Reimbursement• Advancement and career development opportunities

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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