Medical Assistant /MA

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is hiring a day shift, full-time Medical Assistant (MA) to join a growing outpatient team in Bergen County, New Jersey. The position supports clinicians by providing patient care and handling essential administrative tasks in a clinic environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, EMR and Microsoft Office familiarity, and BLS certification within two weeks of hire. Prior clinic or hospital experience and CMA/RMA certification are preferred, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic EMR and Microsoft Office knowledge.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant provides superior patient care and performs administrative and delegated clinical tasks in a clinic-based environment under physician/APP supervision.

Skills

EMR knowledge

Microsoft Office

BLS certification within 14 days

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

CMA or RMA certification preferred

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Assistant (MA)

We have locations available in Emerson, Paramus, Montvale and more throughout Bergen County.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant:

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant provides superior patient care and performs administrative and delegated clinical tasks that support patients in a clinic-based environment as part of a care team led by the physician and/or advanced practice provider.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Microsoft Office knowledge.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree.
• Graduated from an accredited medical assistant/medical technologist school/program.
• Prior experience in a clinic or hospital setting supporting patient care.
• Current national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.