Clark, NJ, 07066, USA
1 day ago
Lead Certified Medical Assistant, Full Time - AMG Cardiology - Specialty - Clark
Lead Certified Medical Assistant . Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure functionality of practice operations to provide excellent patient care. Ensures medical facilities run smoothly, and works in a clerical, administrative, or clinical capacity, and may even be asked to perform more specialized tasks. Principal Accountabilities: Handles patient intake, updates medical records, and administers appropriate screening tools. + Trains MA staff in the use of current and future monitoring equipment and equipment upgrades + Consults with the nurse coordinator/manager in response to patient and physician complaints, following through to resolution + Delegates responsibilities to Certified Medical Assistant staff in order to develop their potential and follows up on performance. + Records medical information and test results, conducts patient interviews, takes and records vital signs, collects specimens, and administers medication under physician supervision. + Taking vital signs: Typically performed before a patient sees a doctor to establish a baseline for future exams + Assisting with examinations: Working closely with physicians to perform clinical tasks + Collecting and preparing laboratory samples: Instructing patients on how to collect samples or drawing blood + Excellent Communication, Work Ethic, Active Listening, Adaptability to working in fast pace environment, and hold upmost professionalism at all times. Strong written and communication skills + Maintaining medical records: Recording patient medical histories and vital signs in the computer system + Cleaning patient rooms: Sanitizing and reorganizing patient rooms between visits + Prepping examination rooms: Ensuring the exam room is ready for the patient, including disinfecting equipment and stocking supplies + Provides emotional support related to the patient's clinical situation in accordance with the patient's plan of care. + Assists with referrals of patients to the appropriate specialist for diagnosis or treatment. + Performs other related duties as assigned. + EPIC or similar EMR system + Coordinate the scheduling of MA/CMAs to ensure adequate coverage for clinical operations and patient flow. + Able to perform Blood draw, EKG as needed + Expert ability to work within computer systems + Ability to stand a minimum of 6 hours a day Required: + High School Diploma or equivalent. + National Certification CCMA from: NHA, AAMA, NAHP, ARMA, AMT, AMCA, or NCCT. Preferred: Associate's degree in Medical Care or related field. + 3+ year of experience in Health Care services. + 5+ Years Experience in outpatient, ambulatory setting + Excellent Communication, Work Ethic, Active Listening, Adaptability to working in fast pace environment, and hold upmost professionalism at all times + BLS upon hire + Bachelor's or Associate's degree from an accredited college preferred
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