Job Title: Pediatric Medical Assistant
Location: Newark Beth Israel
Req#: 0000086925
Status: Active-Posted
Shift: Day
Department name: GR-Regional Diagnostic Treatment
Job Overview:
The Metro RDTC is a state-designated Regional Diagnostic and Treatment Center that provides medical and psychological treatment to victims of child abuse and neglect. The Metro RDTC covers Essex County and involves direct patient care and interfacing with other non-medical/medical agencies involved with child abuse. The Metro RDTC office is located in the Essex County Wynona s House Child Advocacy Center with occasional travel to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, a short car ride away.
Qualifications:
Required:
Certified Medical Assistant AAMA
Current BLS certification
Minimum 2-3 years experience in pediatrics, pediatric intensive care, and/or pediatric emergency medicine
Must be proficient in blood draws
Spanish language proficiency a plus
Preferred:
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
8:00 5:00
Days
Full-Time
Essential Functions:
Assisting Child Abuse Pediatricians
Reviewing and scheduling new referrals
Maintaining annual inspection of medical equipment
Contacting DP&P caseworkers, Child Advocacy Center staff, and Essex County Prosecutor office staff
Liaison between CAC partners and medical providers
Coordinating follow up medicals
Collecting lab specimens and sending out lab work
Coordination of quality health care services
Managing Supplies
Phlebotomy
Performing basic assessment/nursing skills
Chart preparation
All other functions as assigned
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Information:
First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need. At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and to provide you with an environment that is conducive to healing and promotes patient safety. The Newark Beth Israel Medical Center management and staff abide by the philosophy that all patients are to be treated with respect, dignity, and sensitivity.
RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey and the state s second largest private employer with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital).
We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:
Medical/Dental/Vision plans
401 (k)
Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off
Short & Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
