Join Our Team as a Certified Medical Assistant Lead in Cranford, NJ
$500 Sign-On Bonus if hired prior to December 1st, 2024!
About Us: At Vanguard Medical Group, we're not just another healthcare provider. We're a progressive and independent primary care group with 12 offices across Northern and Central New Jersey. Our mission is to deliver evidence-based healthcare that not only improves the health and safety of our patients but also enhances the well-being of our dedicated team members. We're committed to creating a work environment that fosters work-life balance, engagement, and joy at work.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant Lead to join our team on a full-time basis. This role requires 40 hours per week, requiring some evening shifts and rotational weekends. The Clinical Lead focuses on leading, coordinating and implementing patient care efforts and staffing support for a clinical sub-team in the division. The Clinical Lead maintains effective relationships among physicians, patients, and staff by leveraging clinical and operational leadership skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide patient care which may include checking patients in, administering vaccines, completing MA-level visits, performing EKGs, assisting/chaperoning procedures, and other ad hoc tasks from the Medical Director and Office Supervisor.
- Oversee all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the clinical sub-team, establishing effective and efficient operations in accordance with Vanguard Medical Group standards.
- Assist the Office Supervisors with hiring, orientation, training, and total performance management.
- Coordinate clinical staff and workflow; including delegating assignments and monitoring effectiveness to ensure best practices within the organization.
- Assist with the staffing requirements for the sub-team including evaluating staffing needs and participating in the hiring process.
- Update clinical staff on policies and procedures essential for their roles.
- Ensure privacy, confidentiality, and safety of patients and staff.
- Track and report inventory and supply needs and work with the other sites to balance inventory.
- Investigate, document, and assist with resolution of patient complaints within area of responsibility.
- Ensure a positive work and care environment for staff and patients, respectively.
- Work hand in hand with all providers to improve practice operations and patient care.
- Act as a team player to ensure that quality services are always provided.
- Manage OSHA and CLIA compliance, regulation updates and provide associated in-service training, reports, and documentation as needed.
- Maintain competence in computer and software systems including but not limited to practice management and EHR systems.
- Other duties necessary to support medical practice operations and as assigned by Supervisor(s).
Requirements:
- Medical Assistant Certificate or LPN degree required.
- Knowledge of medical office management procedures.
- Proven ability in conflict resolution.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Displays leadership skills.
- Customer service experience.
- 5+ years of experience doing blood draws and vaccines.
- Proficiency in electronic health records system.
Life at Vanguard:
We are the innovators and visionaries in medical science, with the health of our patients as the ultimate goal. To take care of our patients, we hire warm and caring professionals who value and respect others, and who seek to achieve excellence in all they do. We take care of our team too! We offer a unique work environment where you can maximize your capabilities and contributions, and we value everyone’s input. Some of our benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) plans with employer match, and leadership opportunities.
If you're a passionate and skilled Certified Medical Assistant Lead looking to make a difference in the world of healthcare, we'd love to have you join our team at Vanguard Medical Group. Apply today to be a part of our innovative and caring community.
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