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Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health

Lacey Township, NJJob$23.68/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$23.68/hr
Location
Lacey Township, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care - Physician Practice. At Hackensack Meridian Health, the Certified Medical Assistant supports clinical care for urgent‑care patients under the guidance of a professional nurse or licensed practitioner, while also handling clerical office tasks. The role requires a high‑school diploma, strong communication, effective interaction with diverse populations, fast‑paced work ability, and proficiency with computerized data entry.

Key focus areas include Assist in providing clinical care to select patients under supervision of a professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner. and Provide clerical office assistance..

Important skills include Excellent Communication, Interact Effectively With Varying Populations, Work In Fast Paced Environment, and Knowledge Of Computerized Processes And Data Entry Procedures.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Excellent CommunicationInteract Effectively With Varying PopulationsWork in Fast Paced EnvironmentKnowledge of Computerized Processes and Data Entry Procedures

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentGraduate of Accredited Medical Assistant ProgramCertified Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant SpecialistAHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of the professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

  • High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations

  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

  • Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred :

  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Licenses and Certifications Required :

  • Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Registered Medical Assistant or National Certified Medical Assistant or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist

  • AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

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Minimum rate of $23.68 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

  • Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

  • Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

  • Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

  • Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

  • Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

  • Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

  • Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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