Certified Medical Assistant I, Full Time, Gastroenterology, Summit
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Summit
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 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 from an
accredited Medical Assistant program. 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. Preferred: 1. 1 year of
experience in Health Care services. 2. EPIC/EMR experience
Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Union , Certified Medical Assistant I, Full Time, Gastroenterology, Summit, Healthcare , Summit, New Jersey
