Certified Medical Assistant / Business Assoc/GERIATRICS/Full Time/Day shift

Valley Health System; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform various clinical and administrative tasks in a caring manner. The candidate will support front desk activities, document patient interactions, and ensure smooth workflow among staff in Glen Rock, NJ. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant medical assistant certifications.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits

Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

6 Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Membership Discount

Day Care Discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of coursework in office management and database management.
• Certification recognized by AMT, AAMA, or NCCT.
• Previous MA experience in a clinic or office setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, blood draw, and EKG.
• Document processes in EMR system per VMG policies.
• Support front desk activities including registration and billing.

Skills

Understanding of medical practice operations

High quality patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal Medical Assistant program

Current certification as Medical Assistant

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.

Skills

Understanding of the operations of a medical practice preferred. Strong orientation towards the provisions of high quality, cost effective and comprehensive medical care.

Job Location

Glen Rock 85 Harristown Road

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

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.