Lead Medical Assistant – ENT Surgery & Operations

Saint Peter’s Health Care System; New Jersey; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Free onsite parking

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Saint Peter’s Health Care System is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant in the ENT Surgery department. The role oversees clinical staff, scheduling, payroll, registration, and patient satisfaction while supporting billing activities.

The position requires prior medical practice experience and a Certified Medical Assistant credential or completion within 90 days of hire. Strong customer service and medical terminology knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a medical practice.
• Fluent with medical terminology and data entry in healthcare.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead role for clinical staff; oversee scheduling, payroll, registration, patient satisfaction, and billing activities.
• Oversee employee schedule, resource management, and troubleshoot absences.
• Assist with medical record requests from physicians, patients, insurers and lawyers.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare data entry

Customer service

Certified Medical Assistant

Nursing Assistant training

Education

Nursing Assistant training

Medical Assistant training

Certified Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Saint Peter’s Health Care System is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant in the ENT Surgery department. The role oversees clinical staff, scheduling, payroll, registration, and patient satisfaction while supporting billing activities.

The position requires prior medical practice experience and a Certified Medical Assistant credential or completion within 90 days of hire. Strong customer service and medical terminology knowledge are essential.