Certified Medical Assistant

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Location: Old Bridge HUB

Department Name: Old Bridge HUB

Req #: 0000249320

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $23.50 - $29.90 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified Certified Medical Assistant in Old Bridge, NJ. The Certified Medical Assistant is an essential member of the clinical care team, supporting providers across multiple specialties in a fast-paced medical office hub. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking and recording vital signs, assisting with examinations and procedures, administering injections and medications as directed, and accurately documenting clinical information in the electronic medical record. The CMA plays a critical role in ensuring efficient patient flow, maintaining clinical equipment and supplies, and delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

Required

• Completion of a formal medical assistant training program (NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMA, NCMA, AMCA, AECA, or NAHP)
• At least six months experience

Preferred:

• Minimum of 1 2 years of experience in a medical office or ambulatory care setting preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records; EPIC experience strongly preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• CMA Certification
• BLS Certification from AHA

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 40 hours/week
• Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:30PM

Essential Functions:

• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with patient examinations and procedures
• Take and record patient vital signs and medical histories
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medications as directed by the provider
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately in the EMR
• Maintain clinical supply inventory and ensure exam rooms are fully stocked
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean, safe patient environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinical team members
• Support coordination of care across various specialties within the hub

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• 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!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer