Medical Assistant, Pediatrics - Newark, NJ

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Department of Pediatrics

Req #: 0000269082

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.48 - $26.71 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Medical Assistant (MA) - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Medical Assistants become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, compassion, and exceptional patient care create meaningful experiences every day. This MA role offers opportunities for growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As a Medical Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting providers, enhancing patient care, and creating a welcoming experience for individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A typical day for a Medical Assistant may include:

• Prepare and room pediatric patients for examinations and specialty visits
• Obtain and accurately document vital signs, height, weight, medication history, allergies, chief complaint, and other required clinical information
• Perform point-of-care testing in accordance with established policies, procedures, and competency requirements
• Perform 12-lead EKGs/ECGs, ensuring appropriate lead placement and obtaining high-quality tracings for physician interpretation
• Recognize poor-quality or abnormal EKG tracings that require prompt review by the appropriate licensed clinical professional; the Medical Assistant does not independently interpret or diagnose EKG findings
• Assist with other specialty-specific diagnostic testing and clinical procedures within the Medical Assistants documented training and scope of practice
• Prepare examination and procedure rooms and ensure appropriate supplies and equipment are available
• Follow infection-prevention, patient-identification, specimen-handling, and safety protocols
• Maintain appropriate cleaning and disinfection of clinical equipment and patient-care areas
• Assist physicians and other clinical team members during examinations and procedures as appropriate
• Document patient information accurately, thoroughly, and efficiently in the electronic medical record
• Review patient charts in preparation for upcoming appointments and identify missing clinical information, orders, results, referrals, or documentation requiring follow-up
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation while protecting patient confidentiality
• Route messages, clinical information, and documentation to the appropriate provider or department
• Experience with Epic is strongly preferred, including familiarity with patient charts, In Basket messaging, orders, referrals, and clinical workflows
• Assist with prior authorization activities for medications, diagnostic testing, imaging, procedures, and other services as assigned
• Assist with referral coordination and follow-up on outstanding authorizations, orders, and supporting clinical documentation
• Communicate with insurance companies, pharmacies, patients and families, and other departments when necessary to facilitate patient care
• Assist with scanning, faxing, medical forms, telephone messages, scheduling support, and other administrative responsibilities as needed
• Monitor assigned work queues, messages, and other departmental tasks and complete them within established timeframes

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• You enjoy balancing both clinical and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Attention to detail and organization to help you deliver accurate, efficient patient care
• Providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive patient experience are important to you
• Adaptability allows you to manage changing priorities while maintaining professionalism
• Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
• Collaborative teamwork is something you value and actively contribute to every day

To be considered for this Medical Assistant opportunity, you are passionate about delivering compassionate patient care while creating a positive experience for every individual you serve.

• This position offers a consistent Monday through Friday day shift schedule, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining a work-life balance.
• You have a high school diploma/GED and successful completion of all Orientation Program is required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program, current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential (AAMA, AECA, AMCA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, NCMA, or NHA), and current American Heart Association BLS certification is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of pediatric, hospital-based ambulatory practice, and/or specialty practice MA experience is preferred.
• Previous experience assisting with prior authorizations, referrals, and insurance processes preferred.