Medical Assistant

Lourdes Health System

. Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSomers Point • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, performing phlebotomy, and administering vaccines while adhering to regulatory standards. Capable of managing patient interactions, including registration, billing, and appointment scheduling in a medical office setting.

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Clinical Task PerformancePhlebotomy SkillsBLS CertificationMedical Assistant CertificationPatient Registration

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign DocumentationPhlebotomyEKG TestingPulmonary Function TestingVaccine AdministrationRegulatory TestingAppointment SchedulingBilling Procedures

Soft Skills

Patient CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical OfficePatient CareClinical Supply ManagementChief Complaints

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints
Prepare examination rooms based on chief complaints
Perform phlebotomy and obtain specimens for processing
Administer vaccines and complete required documentation
Perform diagnostic tests such as EKG and Pulmonary Function tests under physician supervision
Screen and direct patient calls according to established protocols
Contact patients regarding prescriptions and testing results as directed
Perform and document daily regulatory testing
Maintain clinical supply par levels
Perform front desk duties including patient registration, billing, and appointment scheduling

Requirements

What you’ll need

0-2 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant
BLS Certification required
Perform clinical tasks within the scope of certification
Work under the supervision of the physician

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
Paid time off
Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
Short-term disability
Optional long-term disability
Colleague and dependent life insurance
Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program including free counseling sessions