Certified Medical Assistant/BA- CARE at HOME

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Medical Assistant to perform direct clinical activities such as patient intake and blood draws. Candidates should have a high school diploma, complete a medical assistant program, and possess valid certification. This role includes various tasks that support daily operations in a medical practice, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Qualifications

• Current and valid certification as a medical assistant required.
• Completion of formal coursework in office management and database management.
• Previous MA experience in a clinic or physician's office required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, blood draws, and administer EKG.
• Document accurately in the EMR system.
• Handle front desk activities including patient registration and billing.

Skills

Customer Service

Data Entry

Office Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Formal Medical Assistant Program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs direct clinical activities in a courteous, caring and respectful manner. These include patient intake, blood draw, pharmacy calls, EKG and any tests required by the provider. Responsible for accurately documenting an EMR system in accordance with licensure and Valley Medical Group (VMG) policies and procedures. Maintains close working relationships with all practice staff to ensure proper workflow, care and treatment. Performs a variety of front desk activities that support the Practice and professional staff to include patient registration, billing, insurance, and safe visit protocols as directed or requested by Practice Manager/Supervisor.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a formal Medical Assistant program recognized by the State of New Jersey to include completion of formal coursework in office management, database management or business. Current and valid certification as a medical assistant or registered medical assistant recognized by the Board of Examiners such as American Medical Technology (AMT), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous MA experience in a clinic, physician's office or outpatient setting along with previous customer service/data entry, administrative/office management/clerical experience required.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Understanding of the operations of a medical practice preferred. Strong orientation towards the provisions of high quality, cost effective and comprehensive medical care. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy Policies and Procedure Manual Guidelines as referenced in Policy Number: 1:13 -Driver Qualifications, Driving Guidelines & Mileage Reimbursement. Including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

SalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $22.43 - $28.03 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.