Certified Medical Assistant - FQHC Adult Medicine - Atlantic City

Certified Medical Assistant – FQHC Adult Medicine – Atlantic City The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing patient care and support within the ambulatory setting. The Medical Assistant accurately completes patient interviews, collects appropriate specimens, assists the physician with patient exams, maintains departmental inventory, provides patient education, and ensures quality direct patient care and non‑professional services as directed by Physician. This position is also responsible for performing phlebotomy for diagnostic studies, CLIA waived testing, EKGs and drug and alcohol testing. As part of the Virtualist Program, this position is responsible for collecting patient intakes remotely and assisting in telehealth visits as directed by the physician. This position is not responsible for hands‑on patient exams and procedures, collecting specimens or phlebotomy for diagnostic studies. For this program, BLS certification is excluded. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Medical Assistant program required. License/Certification: Certification in Phlebotomy ASCP preferred. BLSHCP certified within six months of hire or transfer. Must be a graduate of a post‑secondary Medical Assistance program accredited by a national accrediting agency, with a minimum of 330 hours of instruction, with special training around medication administration as per the NJ Board of Medical Examiners required. All Certified Medical Assistants must maintain active National Certification with a certifying agency approved by NJ (AAMA, NCCT, NHA, AMT, BME). For the Virtualist Program, BLS certification is excluded. Experience: 1–3 years of prior experience in ambulatory care preferred. Able to handle high volume of interactions with frequent interruptions required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and skill will be required within 30‑60 days from date of hire. Performance Expectations Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position. Work Environment Potential exposure to hazards and risk of the medical office environment, blood‑borne pathogens, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Requires reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, sitting, standing and walking. Requires long periods of telephone work. Frequently lifts 25–50 lbs and occasionally 50–100 lbs. Periodic travel to other department locations expected. Reporting Relationship This position reports to department leadership as assigned. Benefits Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plans with employer contributions Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future. Equal Employment Opportunity AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr