About the Role
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurses and other medical staff with providing patient care by following policies, procedures, and professional guidelines. This role provides clinical and clerical support, including assistance with medical procedures, equipment cleaning, filing, information retrieval, and performance of screening examinations.
Responsibilities
- Take patient medical history
- Explain treatments or procedures to patients
- Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use
- Prepare patients and assists Physicians with procedures
- Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, post-op movement and maintaining comfort
- Instruct patients about medication and special diets
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a Physician or Licensed Provider
- Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient
- Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills
- Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms
- Ensures chart is maintained with relevant lab work and test results
- Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility
- Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice
- Assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed
- Other duties as may be assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Must possess certification as a Medical Assistant in the State of New Jersey
- 2 years experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in a hospital setting
- BLS certification, preferred
- Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.
Skills
- Medical Assistant certification
- BLS certification
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
Location
- Hudson County
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2 years experience as a Medical Assistant
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certified Medical Assistant
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K, Retirement savings plan
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
- Employee wellness programs and resources
About the Company
- Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.
- Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation.
- From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.
- Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
