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Medical Assistant (Rahway, NJ)

Merck
14 hours ago
On-site
Rahway, NJ
Operations
Medical Assistant (In-person, Rahway, NJ; Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:00pm with occasional flexibility). Position reports to Director Global Employee Health and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team (Medical Assistant, Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians).

Responsibilities:
- Administer medical surveillance programs (review questionnaires, administer vaccinations, vision testing, audiometry, spirometry, monitor compliance)
- Collect lab specimens; perform venipuncture and non-DOT drug and alcohol tests
- Assist with care of occupational and non-occupational illnesses/injuries including medical emergencies (per RN/NP direction)
- Admin duties: answer phones, schedule appointments, equipment calibration, manage supplies, electronic medical record documentation
- Support wellness activities (e.g., flu vaccination clinics and other company-sponsored events)

Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or GED
- Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program (required)
- Minimum 3 years relevant clinical experience in a medical office or hospital (Occupational Health desired)
- Current BLS certification (required)
- CCMA, CMA or RMA certification (preferred)

Required skills:
- Strong teamwork and communication; ability to work with colleagues and employees at all levels
- Proficiency with computers (Microsoft 365 suite) and electronic medical records

Preferred: Current employees apply HERE; current contingent workers apply HERE.