Job detail

Certified Medical Assistant

Cooper University Hospital

#Scheduling #Vital Signs #Patient Care #EKGs #BLS Certification #Surgical Procedures #Medical Assistant #Injections #Healthcare Delivery System

Quick overview

The role involves setting up patients in the exam room, performing and documenting vital signs, recording the reason for the visit, and interviewing patients about health changes since their last visit. The Medical Assistant will also assist providers with minor surgical procedures and prepare medications for injections.

Requirements summary

A High School Diploma or equivalent and a Medical Assistant Certificate along with BLS Certification are required for this position. Prior experience of 1-3 years in ambulatory care is preferred, and the candidate must be able to handle a high volume of interactions with frequent interruptions.

high schoolprofessional certificateBLS CertificationSchedulingEKGsVital SignsFaxingPhone MessagesMedication ReconciliationPatient InterviewingMedical ReceptionOffice ProceduresInjection PreparationMinor Surgical AssistanceMedical Insurance TerminologyManual BPs

Job description

About Us Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County.
The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; three urgent care facilities; nearly 30 primary care and specialty care offices in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; the Claire C.
Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services.
We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs.
Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development. #LI-CU1 #LI-CU1 Experience Required Responsible for setting up the patient in the exam room.
Perform and Document: Vital signs (manual BPs), EKGs, Reconciliation of medications Reason for visit, health care concern Interview/Discuss with patient changes in patient’s health since the last visit Assist the provider with minor surgical procedures.
Prepare appropriate medications for injections.
Responsible for phone messages, faxes, and Medical Reception responsibilities as needed.
Knowledge of medical insurance terminology, computer skills for scheduling, and familiarity with general office procedures and equipment.
Education Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent required Certificate Medical Assistant BLS Certification License/Certification Requirements Certificate Medical Assistant BLS Certification Special Requirements Ability to handle high volume of interactions with frequent interruptions required.
1-3 years of prior experience in ambulatory care preferred.
Salary Min ($) USD $19.17 Salary Max ($) USD $26.92

Certified Medical Assistant

Quick overview

Requirements summary

Job description

Benefits

More openings at Cooper University Hospital

More district openings

Similar live jobs