Astera·East Brunswick, New Jersey
Provide clinical support to ensure efficient operation of the medical office by assisting doctors and patients. Responsibilities include recording vitals, performing EKGs, managing medication lists, and handling clerical tasks.
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 Medical Assistant you will be responsible for providing clinical support to ensure the efficient operation of our East Brunswick location. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness. Duties include: Taking and recording vital signs and EKGs. Preparing patients for examinations. Obtain and update patient medication lists and give injections. Authorizing prescription refills as directed by physicians. EMR, rooming patients, clerical work, if needed. Willing to travel to other locations.
Medical Assistant Certification required Proven working experience as a medical assistant Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and planning skills Willing to travel to other locations as needed Pay Range: $21/hr - $30/hr Pay Transparency: 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
Certified Medical Assistant openings in New Jersey are commonly tied to outpatient and physician office settings, where employers look for candidates who can support patient flow, documentation, and EMR use. This role is competitive because current CMA certification, two years of relevant experience, and strong system skills are often required, while vascular surgery experience or BLS can help you stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification, EMR experience, and outpatient background before applying.