Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Front Desk

Valley Medical Services Inc; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Fitness Center discount

Day care discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System seeks a Certified Medical Assistant with radiology support to perform patient intake, blood draws, EKGs and front-desk duties at our Paramus location. You will document in the EMR, coordinate with clinical staff and ensure smooth patient flow while upholding confidentiality and high-quality care.

Qualifications include NJ-recognized MA certification, high school diploma, and completion of related coursework. BCLS certification is preferred and may be required later.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an MA program recognized by NJ; certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification required; NJ-recognized program.
• Completion of coursework in office/database management or business.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, blood draw, EKG and tests as directed by physician.
• Handle front desk tasks: greet, register, verify insurance, collect payments.
• Maintain daily patient schedule and answer calls for appointments, refills or inquiries.
• Document accurately in EMR following licensure and policy; protect confidentiality.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow and service delivery.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

BCLS certification

EMR documentation

Patient communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR software

Office management software

Job description

Valley Health System seeks a Certified Medical Assistant with radiology support to perform patient intake, blood draws, EKGs and front-desk duties at our Paramus location. You will document in the EMR, coordinate with clinical staff and ensure smooth patient flow while upholding confidentiality and high-quality care.

Qualifications include NJ-recognized MA certification, high school diploma, and completion of related coursework. BCLS certification is preferred and may be required later.