Certified Medical Assistant, Multispecialty, Clinton NJ

Certified Medical Assistant, Practice Operations Job Responsibilities Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider. Completes pre-charting of all value based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment. Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted. Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room. Preparation includes height, weight and vital signs; updating medication list; updating allergies in record; updating personal, family and social history; inquiring about smoking status; obtaining the reason for the visit. Assists in capturing demographic information. Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments; gives injections or immunizations within state guidelines. Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, emergency department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, labs or other testing as well as specialist visits. Actively participates in department activities: attends departmental meetings; participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures. Responsible for disposing of bio‑hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol. Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (e.g., vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels. Performs other administrative tasks such as check‑in and check‑out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc., as needed. Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration. Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives. Other related duties as assigned. Physical and Sensory Requirements Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at a time). Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds. Education and Training High School degree or equivalent required. Graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs are strongly preferred. Current certification as a Medical Assistant from an accepted accredited organization is required. Two years of experience in a similar healthcare setting is preferred. Customer service experience is strongly preferred. Current BLS/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association, valid at time of hire or within 60 days of hire. Compensation Minimum – maximum pay range: $17.55 – $26.33 per hour. Salary may vary based on location, skills, experience, and education. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave, and professional development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Luke’s University Health Network