Astera·East Brunswick, New Jersey
The role involves providing clinical and administrative support for a Urology practice, including taking vital signs, preparing patients, administering injections, assisting in minor procedures, and sterilizing surgical instruments. Additionally, the associate will manage surgical scheduling, handle prior authorizations, process lab orders, and utilize various EMR systems.
Why Join Us?
For us, what matters most is excellence.
We are caring professionals, people who live, work and dedicate themselves to the communities within New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
As such, we strive to provide a sanctuary of excellence, precision, thoroughness and genuine compassion.
We also take a whole-person approach to patient care and treatment, tailoring all that we do around their unique needs.
And we do all we can for patients, going the extra mile to see that they’re supported, informed and getting the one-on-one care and service they deserve.
As a Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate/Surgical Scheduler for our Astera Urology office. You will be responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of our Urology practice in East Brunswick. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness.
Requirements: · High School diploma or equivalent
· Medical office experience (1 year preferred)
· Certified Medical Assistant
· BLS Cert
· Proven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary (1 year preferred)
· Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Strong organizational and planning skills
· Must be willing to travel to other locations
$21/hr - $30/hr
The above reflects the anticipated pay range for this position. 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.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package and paid time off. The health benefits include immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, FSA and other ancillary benefits. We also offer a 401(k) plan with company contribution, profit sharing, tuition assistance and employee referral bonus.
Market context
Support-services roles in New Jersey are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals and other care settings, especially for candidates who can work reliably in fast-paced environments. These positions can be competitive because employers look for a high school diploma or GED, BLS AHA certification, strong computer skills, and the ability to pass the HMH Monitor Tech exam within 90 days. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and prepare for the exam expectation before applying.