Medical Assistant Supervisor

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

VNACJ Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant Supervisor to lead CMA staff across Freehold, Asbury Park, Keyport and Red Bank sites. The role supports the Nurse Manager in delivering safe, patient‑centered care and clinical excellence.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant certificate with national certification, at least 1 year of supervisory experience, and skills in EKG, phlebotomy, and BLS. Bilingual abilities are preferred to serve diverse communities in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Must have an approved Medical Assistant certificate with current national certification.
• 1+ supervisory experience required; leads CMA staff and supports Nurse Manager.
• Experience with EKG and phlebotomy; ability to perform clinical tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Certified Medical Assistants; support Nurse Manager in clinical oversight.
• Provide training and professional development for CMA staff.
• Monitor administrative tasks, patient flow, and documentation across centers.
• Ensure adherence to infection control and safety policies; maintain environment of care.

Skills

Supervisory experience

EKG

Phlebotomy

BLS

Communication skills

Driver's license

Bilingual (English/Spanish/Haitian Cre

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certificate with national certification

Job description

VNACJ Community Health Center is hiring a Medical Assistant Supervisor!

Lead Care. Strengthen Community Health. Shape the Future.

VNACJ Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to building healthier communities and improving the well‑being of individuals and families across New Jersey. We provide high‑quality, comprehensive, and culturally responsive primary care, preventive services, and wellness support to underserved and underinsured populations. Our team is united by compassion, integrity, and deep respect for the diverse communities we serve. We are seeking an engaged, collaborative, and mission‑driven Medical Assistant Supervisor to support our Freehold, Asbury Park, Keyport and Red Bank Community Health Centers. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose—supporting clinical excellence, nurturing a strong team culture, and ensuring that every patient receives safe, reliable, patient‑centered care.

Why This Role Matters

Medical Assistant Supervisor will be responsible for assisting in providing care to patients as well as supervising the Certified Medical Assistants across the organization, in conjunction with the Nurse Manager.

Responsibilities

• Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with colleagues up, down, and across the organization
• Assists in professional development of all Certified Medical Assistant staff; designs and executes training programs as needed
• Supervises assigned CMA’s in conjunction with the organization’s managerial and leadership practices
• Provides clinical oversight of the services provided by the Certified Medical Assistants across the organization through direct observation and formal competency assessment, in conjunction with the Nurse Manager
• Monitors task boxes, inboxes, scanning needs, prior authorizations, and other administrative tasks, in conjunction with Senior Certified Medical Assistants; deploys support and resources where needed to stay current with these tasks
• Assists with oversight of the environment of care, ensuring adherence to CHC infection control and safety policies and procedures; monitors employee performance in the same
• Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance
• Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant Certificate from an approved school with current national certification from an approved certifying body
• 2+ years of medical assistant experience preferred>
• 1+ Supervisory experience required
• Experience in EKG and phlebotomy
• BLS certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Haitian Creole) preferred

Working Conditions/Physical Demand

Working indoors with telephone, copier, fax machine, computer, printer, centrifuge, electric exam table, glucometer, nebulizer, needles/syringes, oxygen equipment, scales, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, thermometer, venipuncture equipment, wheelchair. In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $26.00 to USD $34.00. When determining an offer, VNACJ CHC considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNACJ CHC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.