Medical Assistant: Clinical & Administrative Support

Loyal Source; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both administrative and clinical tasks in a Newark, NJ clinical setting. You will help ensure smooth office operations by taking vital signs, preparing for exams, and maintaining patient records.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy support, ECG/PFT testing, equipment calibration, and managing patient flow while upholding safety standards. Strong communication and EMR proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with claimants effectively.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate claimant records.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ability to follow established medical protocols and safety guidelines.
• Up-to-date BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs (blood pressure and pulse).
• Prepare claimant for examination (ECG testing/PFT).
• Draw blood for lab tests.
• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing.
• Perform Electrocardiogram and upload for official reading.
• Calibrate equipment (PFT machine daily; AED monthly).
• Chaperone claimant during an examination.
• Check-in/Check-out claimants.
• Order entry for diagnostic testing (labs/sleep studies/X-rays/PFTs).
• Review of medical records.
• Answer phone calls and greet claimants.
• Manage clinic flow.
• Maintain medical supplies and reorder as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Medical terminology knowledge

Multitasking

EMR proficiency

Protocol adherence

BLS certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Loyal Source is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both administrative and clinical tasks in a Newark, NJ clinical setting. You will help ensure smooth office operations by taking vital signs, preparing for exams, and maintaining patient records.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy support, ECG/PFT testing, equipment calibration, and managing patient flow while upholding safety standards. Strong communication and EMR proficiency are required.