Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Newark Community Health Centers, Inc.
Newark Community Health Centers, Inc.

Newark, NJ, USA

Posted on Sep 29, 2026
Job Summary: Performs administrative tasks (data entry to document patient records and maintain files, coordinate daily administrative activities, greet and check patients in/out) and provides direct care in a clinical setting supporting physicians, practitioners, and licensed nurses. Has routine access to patients’ medical records. Practices risk management, quality assurance, and customer service.Duties: Provide direct patient care; prepare exam rooms; ensure labs/x-rays/diagnostic reports are on chart; clean/sterilize/maintain equipment; take/document histories and vitals; perform EKG, phlebotomy, TST, hearing/vision screenings; prepare patients; provide patient education under direction; assist with referrals; screen calls, schedule appointments, call patients; input data (encounter check-outs, collaboratives, audits); document patient complaints; assist with interpretation/translation if possible; assist front desk registration and Medical Records.Qualifications: Minimum High School diploma; active certification from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant/Technician certifying board/registry; minimum 1 year ambulatory care experience or NCHC externship; active EKG and Phlebotomy certifications a plus; CBSPD Certification or will be testing in 1 year; bilingual capability preferred. As a condition of employment, COVID-19 vaccination (and boosters) required. To apply email your details to careers@nchcfqhc.org.