Certified Medical Assistant

Join Our Team as a Certified Medical Assistant in Verona, NJ

About Us: At Vanguard Medical Group, we're not just another healthcare provider. We're a progressive and independent primary care group with 11 offices across Northern and Central New Jersey. Our mission is to deliver evidence-based healthcare that not only improves the health and safety of our patients but also enhances the well-being of our dedicated team members. We're committed to creating a work environment that fosters work-life balance, engagement, and joy at work.

The Opportunity: We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. This role requires 40 hours per week, including some evening shifts and rotating weekends. The compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on years of experience and duties. Vanguard pays an additional $2+ per hour for weekday hours after 6:00pm or weekend hours worked.

Responsibilities: As a Certified Medical Assistant at Vanguard Medical Group, you will be an essential part of our patient-centered care team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Patient Preparation: Ensure that examination rooms are well-prepared with instruments, supplies, and equipment. Verify patient information, review medical history, and record vital signs.

• Assisting Providers: Support healthcare providers in patient care, from preparing laboratory specimens to administering medications, and performing basic laboratory tests on-site.

• Educating Patients: Provide patients with medication and diet information, answering their questions to ensure they understand their healthcare plans.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate medical records by documenting patient examinations, treatments, and test results.

• Billing and Referrals: Handle billing information, insurance forms, and referrals to specialists, ensuring a smooth process for patients.

• Supply Management: Keep supplies well-stocked by monitoring inventory, placing orders, and verifying receipt.

• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain medical equipment in good condition, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate repairs when needed.

• Patient Confidentiality: Safeguard patient care information, maintaining their confidence and protecting operations.

• Continual Learning: Stay updated with the latest industry knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging in professional organizations.

• Communication: Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and providers in a professional manner.

• Rooming Patients: Demonstrate competency in rooming patients, measuring vital signs, obtaining medical history, and recording information in the EMR system.

• Procedure Assistance: Assist providers in various medical procedures, from minor surgery to specialized exams.

• Problem Solving: Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a clinical setting.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Accredited Medical Assistant Program degree

• Current/active CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification or ability to obtain within 90 days from the date of hire

• 1+ years of experience in a medical office or healthcare setting preferred

• Working knowledge of Athena or an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and telephone skills

Life at Vanguard: Join us at the forefront of medical science, where patient health is our ultimate goal. We hire compassionate professionals who value and respect others, striving for excellence in all they do. At Vanguard, we take care of our team too, offering a unique work environment where you can maximize your capabilities and contributions. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) plans with employer matching, and leadership development opportunities.

If you're a passionate and skilled Certified Medical Assistant looking to make a difference in the world of healthcare, we'd love to have you join our team at Vanguard Medical Group. Apply today to be a part of our innovative and caring community.