Medical Assistant (FT Day) - Newark, NJ

Job Title: Pediatric Medical Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel

Req#: 0000086925

Status: Active-Posted

Shift: Day

Department name: GR-Regional Diagnostic Treatment

Job Overview:

The Metro RDTC is a state-designated Regional Diagnostic and Treatment Center that provides medical and psychological treatment to victims of child abuse and neglect. The Metro RDTC covers Essex County and involves direct patient care and interfacing with other non-medical/medical agencies involved with child abuse. The Metro RDTC office is located in the Essex County Wynona s House Child Advocacy Center with occasional travel to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, a short car ride away.

Qualifications:

Required:

Certified Medical Assistant AAMA

Current BLS certification

Minimum 2-3 years experience in pediatrics, pediatric intensive care, and/or pediatric emergency medicine

Must be proficient in blood draws

Spanish language proficiency a plus

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

8:00 5:00

Days

Full-Time

Essential Functions:

Assisting Child Abuse Pediatricians

Reviewing and scheduling new referrals

Maintaining annual inspection of medical equipment

Contacting DP&P caseworkers, Child Advocacy Center staff, and Essex County Prosecutor office staff

Liaison between CAC partners and medical providers

Coordinating follow up medicals

Collecting lab specimens and sending out lab work

Coordination of quality health care services

Managing Supplies

Phlebotomy

Performing basic assessment/nursing skills

Chart preparation

All other functions as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need. At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and to provide you with an environment that is conducive to healing and promotes patient safety. The Newark Beth Israel Medical Center management and staff abide by the philosophy that all patients are to be treated with respect, dignity, and sensitivity.

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey and the state s second largest private employer with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital).

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401 (k)

Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off

Short & Long Term Disability

Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts