Medical Assistant

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients, contributing to a smooth clinical workflow in Newark, NJ. The position is contract – full time, 37.5 hours per week, with pay of $21 per hour.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and weekly paychecks. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of medical

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Good telephone communication skills.
• Knowledge of clerical functions relevant to medical office.
• Current CPR card if applicable.
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray if applicable.
• Current Health Certificate if applicable.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician in examination and treatment of patients.
• Perform duties under direction of physician to support clinical workflow.

Skills

High School diploma

Telephone communication

Medical terminology

Medical procedures

Clerical functions

CPR certification

PPD/Chest X-Ray

Health Certificate

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred

Job description

Medical Assistant

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $21 / Hour

Hours: 37.50

Location: Newark, NJ

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist inthe examination and treatment of patients.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Good telephone communication skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of medical procedures
• Knowledge of clerical functions
• Current CPR card (if applicable)
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable)
• Current Health Certificate (if applicable)
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
• Relevant certification/ license if applicable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Medical Assistant | Medical Assistant

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0775

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $21 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-11-02T19:33:39