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Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate

Astera Cancer CareEdison, New Jersey

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Why Join Us? 

For us, what matters most is excellence. We are caring professionals, people who live, work and dedicate themselves to the communities within New Jersey and Pennsylvania. As such, we strive to provide a sanctuary of excellence, precision, thoroughness and genuine compassion. We also take a whole-person approach to patient care and treatment, tailoring all that we do around their unique needs. And we do all we can for patients, going the extra mile to see that they’re supported, informed and getting the one-on-one care and service they deserve.

Job Description:

As a Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate you will be responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of our Primary Care location in Edison. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness. Must be able to travel to other locations.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Take and record vital signs and EKG
  • Prepare patients for examinations and retrieval of radiology images when needed electronically to have prepared for MD review
  • Room patients
  • Obtain and update patient medication lists and assist with review of systems updating
  • Administer Injections or assist with wound review under guidance of Surgeon
  • Assist with biopsy/surgical coordination
  • Utilize EMR System, Microsoft Teams, Excel and Additional Hospital EMRs
  • Customer Service (greet patients and engage with providers/staff/vendors)
  • Check In (register patients)
  • Check Out
  • Scheduling, admissions, and procedures
  • Insurance Verification (collect co-payments and referral)
  • Medical Records (Email/Fax/Postal)
  • Inbox (Front Desk/Personal)
  • Review Patient Forms
  • Applications (Email, MS Word, EMR, willow glade /g4/ Navinet)
  • Inbox (slide request)
  • Scheduling progressive (active/inactive)
  • Check out with services
  • Care space/Telemed troubleshooting

Education and/or Experience:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Medical office experience (1 year preferred)

Requirements:

  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • Proven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary (1 year preferred)
  • Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Must be willing to travel to other locations

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package and paid time off. The health benefits include immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, FSA and other ancillary benefits. We also offer a 401(k) plan with company contribution, profit sharing, tuition assistance and employee referral bonus.

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FAQs About Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate Jobs at Astera Cancer Care

What is the work location for this position at Astera Cancer Care?
This job at Astera Cancer Care is located in Edison, New Jersey, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Astera Cancer Care?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Astera Cancer Care?
Astera Cancer Care lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Astera Cancer Care?
Astera Cancer Care is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
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