Medical Assistant - Hamilton, NJ Req #: 0000198753
Category: Medical Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Hamilton
Department: Cancer Center
Salary: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital, One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Location: RWJ Hamilton

Department: Cancer Center

Req#: 0000198753

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $22.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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:

The Cancer Center Medical Assistant will assist with daily exams and biopsies. Performs office phlebotomy. Takes vital signs on all patients, utilizes the nursing proves to effectively assess the needs of the patient. Excellent communication skills, leadership, time management and problem-solving skills are required. Assist patients in a timely manner at all times and interact with fellow team members with respect.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED Completion of a formal Nurse Assistant training program or Certified Medical Assistant

Preferred:

At least 6 months of experience Venipuncture/EKG Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Certifications and Licenses Required:

BCLS

Scheduling Requirements:

Day shiftMonday - FridayFull-Time

Essential Functions:

Performs venipunctures and EKGsAssess patient pain level at each visitWill stock and clean rooms on a daily basisDelivers care to patients with empathy and care manner and interacts well with patients and family membersProactive in informing appropriate personnel of patient issues and actively obtaining information if not readily availableAssists with patient throughput and performs procedures with ease and understands the patients needsAppropriately uses barcode scanner for patient specimens, and performs proper labeling of patient s specimens Can obtain patient medical records with no assistance. Performs indexing and accurately responds to error resolutions in Onbase and SolarityCan work independently when asked and perform tasks in a timely mannerAccepts role as preceptor to new employeesResponds to Epic chats/in basket in a timely mannerVolunteers at RWJBH or Cancer Center community event to support the hospital and/or service line growthUnderstands and adheres to RWJBH compliance standards as they appear in RWJBH corporate compliance policy, code of conduct and conflict of interest policy. Understands, demonstrates and models the RWJBH core values.Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality. Recognized as an advocate for teamworkContributes toward improving cost-effectiveness and productivity Other duties as assigned

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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansWellness ProgramsTuition ReimbursementShort & Long-Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death Insurance Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare 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