Medical Assistant II - FT - Day - OB/GYN Trenton NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in exceptional physicians, nurses, and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic healthcare resource accredited by the DNV, including two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group consists of over 600 physicians and providers offering primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services.

The listed pay range reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

About the Role

Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary. Cleans exam rooms and obtains lab specimens. Assists physicians and other staff as needed. Selects appropriate equipment prior to collection to streamline processes. Verifies specimen orders per department policy. Prepares exam rooms for patient encounters and assists Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP) as requested.

Maintains appropriate levels of supplies and all relevant forms for testing performed. Performs clerical duties including patient registration, answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining and filing medical records, and distributing reports. Performs electrocardiograms and other relevant tests, including point-of-care testing, following established policies, procedures, and universal precautions. Verifies patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of visits. Documents medical information in electronic medical records, including medication and refill information, and keeps rooms stocked and organized.

Coordinates with front office personnel and ancillary staff in a professional and positive manner, adhering to policies and procedures to support patient service. Assists in front office functions, including checkout/in duties, claim creation, discharge paperwork, referrals, patient education, appointments, and insurance eligibility. Performs other clinical and clerical duties to assist in delivering primary healthcare and patient care management within any Capital Health office location under the direction of a provider and manager.

Cross-trained to perform Patient Reception Rep job duties as needed. Completes New Jersey Prescription Monitoring Program (NJPMP) requirements by uploading a notarized "request for access" form and a copy of a State-accepted Certified Medical Assistant certificate. Performs NJPMP monitoring under the direction of the LIP. Administers injections, subcutaneous or intramuscular, in accordance with Capital Health policies. May be assigned to other Capital Health Medical Group practices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature) and report patient history summary.
• Clean exam rooms and obtain lab specimens.
• Assist physicians and staff as needed, selecting appropriate equipment for specimen collection.
• Verify specimen orders per department policy and prepare exam rooms for patient encounters.
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and relevant forms for testing.
• Perform clerical duties, including patient registration, phone answering, appointment scheduling, and medical record maintenance.
• Perform electrocardiograms and other tests, including point-of-care testing, following established policies and procedures.
• Verify patient information through interviews, record medical history, and confirm visit purposes.
• Document medical information in electronic records, including medications, refills, and patient call documentation.
• Coordinate with front office and ancillary staff to support patient service.
• Assist in front office functions, including checkout, claim creation, discharge paperwork, referrals, and insurance eligibility.
• Perform other clinical and clerical duties to support healthcare delivery.
• Complete NJPMP requirements and perform monitoring under LIP direction.
• Administer injections (subcutaneous or intramuscular) in accordance with Capital Health policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a post-secondary medical assisting education program accredited by NHA, CAHEA, ABHES, or any accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The program must include at least 330 clock hours of instruction, encompassing training in administering intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, anatomy, equipment choice, proper technique, hazards, complications, and emergency procedures.
• Current certification from AAMA, NCCT, AMCA, NAHP, NCMA, AMT, or another recognized certifying body approved by the board.
• AHA BLS certification (must obtain before the end of the orientation period).

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and knowledge of insurance specifications and medical terminology.
• Strong phone etiquette and effective communication abilities.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, basic computer and data entry skills, and medical record management.
• Ability to take delegation from RNs/LPNs and exhibit cooperation and flexibility when interfacing with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Ability to multitask and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Consistency and timeliness in attendance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include standing, walking, reaching forward, wrist position deviation, and pinching/fine motor activities. Occasional demands include sitting, climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching overhead, squatting/kneeling/crawling, and tasting/smelling. Continuous demands include carrying objects, keyboard use/repetitive motion, and talking/hearing.

• Lifting: Floor to waist up to 40 lbs; waist level and above up to 40 lbs.
• Sensory requirements: Very accurate 20/40 near and far vision, color discrimination, moderate depth perception, and accurate hearing.
• Anticipated occupational exposure risks: Bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, airborne communicable diseases, and dust/particulate matter.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD) and Short Term Disability (STD) Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit and Parking Benefits
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

Pay

Pay Range: $19.32 - $24.13 per hour.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours