Medical Assistant

Equity Staffing Group is currently staffing a Medical Assistant for an on-site position in Rutherford, NJ. This is contract work with a Fortune 500 organization. Our client serves millions of customers daily and has a reputation for bold ideas. If you enjoy working with energetic people in a collaborative environment, we want to speak with you!Position: Medical AssistantLocation: Rutherford, NJ 07070Duration: 6 Month contract to start, potential for extension and/or conversion to FTERate: $23/HrStart Date: ASAPDescription: Perform assigned clerical duties including but not limited to registration, scheduling, answering phones, chart preparation and patient appointmentsFacilitates the provision of care to patients by accurately documenting clinical informationPerform following duties according to Optum, including but not limited to: obtain physical measurements which includes heights, weights, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate and all documented according to department standards. Reports abnormal results to the provider maintaining refrigerator and QC logs.Organize a patient care area based upon patient needs and priorities as identified by the department.Assists physicians with procedures.Clean and sterilizes medical instruments using health system standardsUtilize infection prevention and control procedures according to health system policyStock patient exam roomsOrders supplies as needed and restock supply areasMaintain patient areas while assuring compliance standards set forth by regulatory agenciesManage supplies and equipment in a fiscally responsible manner.Schedule ancillary tests for patients if requested by physician and provide patients with ancillary services information such as telephone number and address.Recognizes and respects cultural diversity while being sensitive to the individual’s ability to communicate, Documents accurately, balances speed with attention to detailMaintains open communication with the provider regarding patient care matters.Qualifications/experience: 2+ yrs in the medical fieldCertified medical assistantHigh school diplomaFast paced, keeps patient flow goingType of certification required: certified medical assistantShift start & end times: 8am-4pm or 9am-5pmWork days per week: 5 days per week, 1 rotating Saturday 8am-1pmDress code/scrub color: Blue scrubsIs travel required for this role? If yes, when and how often? yes, about 50% of the timeWill they travel to more than one location within a work shift? noWill work take place in a patient's home? no