Certified Medical Assistant

About the role

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team in Toms River, NJ. The ideal candidate will have completed a formal Certified Medical Assistant program and at least six months of relevant experience, though experience in Neurology, Epilepsy, or Seizures is preferred but not required. The Certified Medical Assistant will perform a variety of clinical tasks under the supervision of the overseeing physician or health practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Supports practice needs with clerical tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, preparing lab requests, and other clerical tasks as assigned
• Communicates with insurance providers and handles pre-authorizations and certifications as necessary
• Prepares rooms, arranges instruments and equipment, and ensures a neat and sanitary environment
• Rooms patients, verifies patient information, confirms purpose of visit, obtains and records vitals and updates medical history
• Communicates with patients and other providers per the instruction of the overseeing physician or health practitioner
• Creates and maintains health record information, files and organizes, as needed

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Certified Medical Assistant program
• At least six months of relevant experience
• PREFERRED: Experience in Neurology, Epilepsy, or Seizures
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification
• BLS certification from AHA

Skills

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems is also beneficial.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay and Schedule

The pay range for this position is $22.52 - $28.78 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a day shift schedule of 40 hours per week.