Bilingual Certified Medical Assistant

Bilingual Certified Medical Assistant

The Bilingual Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurses and other medical staff with providing patient care by following policies, procedures, professional guidelines and provides clinical and clerical support such as assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, filing, retrieval of information and performance of screening examinations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Take patient medical history

Explain treatments or procedures to patients

Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use.

Prepare patients and assists Physicians with procedures

Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, post-op movement and maintaining comfort.

Instruct patients about medication and special diets

Prepare and administer medications as directed by a Physician or Licensed Provider

Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills.

Stocks exam room / treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms.

Ensures chart is maintained with relevant lab work and test results

Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.

Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assist with blood collection / phlebotomy as needed.

Other duties as may be assigned.

What We're Looking For :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess certification as a Medical Assistant in the State of New Jersey
• 2 years experience a Medical Assistant, preferably in a hospital setting
• BLS certification, preferred
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer : Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with Company match

Generous paid time off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement and career development opportunities

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.