Certified Medical Assistant I, Full Time, Gastroenterology, Pompton Plains
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Pompton Plains
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Principal Accountabilities: 1. Handles patient
intake, updates medical records, and administers appropriate
screening tools. 2. Records medical information and test results,
conducts patient interviews, takes and records vital signs,
collects specimens, and administers medication under physician
supervision. 3. Assists with walk-in and scheduled clinic visits,
ensures verification and recording of clinical data and adherence
to quality standards. 4. Monitors environment for compliance with
continual accreditation readiness and evaluates practice schedule
for changes or updates. 5. Demonstrates knowledge of the certified
medical assistant scope of practice, incorporating elements of
holistic patient-centered and team-based care. 6. Guides patients
through the health care system and helps patients arrive at
scheduled appointments on time. 7. Provides emotional support
related to the patient's clinical situation in accordance with the
patient's plan of care. 8. Assists with referrals of patients to
the appropriate specialist for diagnosis or treatment. 9. Performs
other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: 1. High
School Diploma or equivalent. 2. National Certification CCMA from:
NHA, AAMA, NAHP, ARMA, AMT, AMCA, or NCCT. OR Precertification
agreement must be signed if expired or receiving certification
within 60 days of employment 3. BLS upon hire Preferred: 1.
Associate's degree in Medical Care or related field. 2. 2 Years
Experience in outpatient, ambulatory setting 3. Excellent
Communication, Work Ethic, Active Listening, Adaptability to
working in fast pace environment, and hold upmost professionalism
at all times 4. EPIC or similar EMR system 5. Ability to work
within computer systems
Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Wayne , Certified Medical Assistant I, Full Time, Gastroenterology, Pompton Plains, Healthcare , Pompton Plains, New Jersey
