Moorestown, New JerseyLumberton, TexasEast Greenwich, Rhode Island
Quick overview
The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints, and assists the clinical provider during the examination. Responsibilities also include performing clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, administering vaccines, conducting diagnostic tests like EKG, and managing front desk duties as directed.
Requirements summary
Candidates are required to have a High School diploma or equivalent and must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or the Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program. Preferred experience is 0-2 years in a similar role in a medical office, along with current Medical Assistant certification and BLS Certification.
high schoolprofessional certificateBLS CertificationMedical History TakingPhlebotomyAppointment SchedulingBillingPatient RegistrationFront Desk DutiesEKGVaccine AdministrationVital Signs DocumentationPulmonary Function TestingRegulatory TestingPatient Call ScreeningPrescription CommunicationClinical Supply MaintenanceClinical Provider Assistance
Job description
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you.
That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need.
Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around.
Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country.
We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home.
A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S.
News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community.
That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling.
We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location
Lumberton - 693 Main St.
Remote
Type:
On-Site
Employment
Type:
Employee
Employment
Classification:
Regular
Time
Type:
Full time
Work
Shift: 1st
Shift (United
States of
America)
Total
Weekly
Hours: 40
Additional
Locations:
Moorestown - 401
Young
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Prescription insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
Supplemental life insurance
Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Health flexible spending accounts
403(b)
Colleague life insurance
Dependent life insurance
Supplemental AD&D insurance
Ave
Job
Information:
Summary: Prepares patient and assists clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint. Performs various clinical tasks within the scope of their certification and under the supervision of the physician.
Position
Responsibilities:
Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam. Prepares exam room as required based on chief complaint.
Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing. Administers vaccines and completes required documentation. Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc. as directed and under the supervision of the physician.
Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol. Contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results as directed by and under the supervision of the physician.
Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly, to ensure that clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
Performs front desk duties as directed which may include registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.
Position
Qualifications
Required /
Experience
Required: 0-2 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
Required
Education: HS diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program.
Training/Certifications/Licensure: Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant. In the state of DE, certification is required within 1 year of hire. BLS Certification required.
Hourly Rate
$19.54 - $29.20 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here. Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.
