Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Coordination

Summit Health; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, or NPs with clerical duties, patient flow, and care. This role requires room setup, patient prep, vital signs, immunizations tracking, and accurate documentation in the EHR.

The position emphasizes efficient patient flow, accurate communication, scheduling, and skillful use of Practice Management and EHR systems. Evening and satellite-site travel may be required; team-oriented care is prioritized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduated from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program is required.
• 0-1 year related work experience is required; 2-4 years preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days of hire is required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is required.
• Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner, is required.
• Basic proficiency in computer use, is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the examination room and escorts patient.
• Maintains efficient patient flow.
• Ensures proper preparation for patient visit and needed information in the EHR.
• Documents vitals and allergies in EHR.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in PMS and EHR.
• Provide referrals and/or consult orders in PMS and EHR.
• Adhere to universal safety precautions when administering medications.

Skills

English communication

Multitasking

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

MA program completion

Tools

EHR systems

PMS

Computer literacy

Job description

VillageMD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, or NPs with clerical duties, patient flow, and care. This role requires room setup, patient prep, vital signs, immunizations tracking, and accurate documentation in the EHR.

The position emphasizes efficient patient flow, accurate communication, scheduling, and skillful use of Practice Management and EHR systems. Evening and satellite-site travel may be required; team-oriented care is prioritized.