Certified Medical Assistant — Front Desk & Clinic Support

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays & PTO

Commuter Benefit Plans

Job summary

Valley Health System seeks a Certified Medical Assistant/MA to support clinical and front desk operations at Paramus location. Responsibilities include patient intake, phlebotomy, EKGs, EMR documentation, scheduling, and coordination with clinicians.

The role requires NJ certification and a willingness to travel to Montvale, NJ two days per week. The ideal candidate has experience in a clinic setting, strong patient communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved Medical Assistant program recognized by New Jersey; certification required.
• Completion of coursework in office management, database management or business, computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient intake, blood draw, EKG and related tests.
• Document accurately in EMR per policy and licensure.
• Manage front desk duties: greeting, scheduling, insurance verification and payments.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

Patient communication

Time management

Customer service

Medical terminology

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Listening skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + NJ-certified Medical Assistant program

Tools

MA Certification (AMT/AAMA/NCCT)

BCLS Certification (preferred)

Job description

Valley Health System seeks a Certified Medical Assistant/MA to support clinical and front desk operations at Paramus location. Responsibilities include patient intake, phlebotomy, EKGs, EMR documentation, scheduling, and coordination with clinicians.

The role requires NJ certification and a willingness to travel to Montvale, NJ two days per week. The ideal candidate has experience in a clinic setting, strong patient communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.