Overview
Gastroenterology Medical Assistant Jobs in Hightstown at Windsor Center For Digestive Health
Gastroenterology Medical Assistant – East Windsor, NJ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and organized Medical Assistant to join our busy gastroenterology practice. The ideal candidate will provide excellent patient care while supporting physicians and the clinical team in a fast-paced office environment.
Responsibilities
- Room patients and obtain vital signs and medical history.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
- Assist physicians with clinical procedures as needed.
- Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Process prescription refills, referrals, and prior authorizations
- Answer phone calls to book appointments
- Coordinate laboratory testing and communicate results to patients.
- Provide exceptional customer service to patients in person and over the phone.
Mandatory Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of current experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician office or outpatient clinic. Surgical specialty a plus
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR). Experience with Athena a plus
- Experience obtaining vital signs, documenting patient histories, and preparing patients for physician examinations.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced medical practice.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Medical Assistant certification (CMA or equivalent)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, or another medical specialty.
- Experience with prior authorizations, prescription refills, referrals, and laboratory coordination.
- Experience using athenahealth EMR.
- Experience assisting with in-office procedures.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) is a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience ($19 to $25 per hour)
- Health, Dental and Wellness benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Pay: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 2 years of recent Medical Assistant experience?
- Are you comfortable using an electronic medical record (EMR)?
- Are you authorized to work in the United States
- Have you worked in a physician office or outpatient medical practice?
Work Location: In person
Title: Gastroenterology Medical Assistant
Company: Windsor Center For Digestive Health
Location: Hightstown
