Certified Medical Assistant / Business Assoc, Dermatology, Full Time, Day

Valley Health System•Ridgewood, NJ

5d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing direct clinical activities under the direction of a physician, Charge RN, or Manager. Clinical duties include patient intake, blood draws, pharmacy calls, EKGs, and other physician-required tests, with accurate EMR documentation. The role also encompasses front desk activities such as greeting, registering patients, ensuring insurance compliance, collecting payments, managing the daily schedule, and handling incoming calls for appointments, refills, or inquiries. Coordination with clinical staff for patient flow and support for practice staff as directed by the Practice Manager are also key aspects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program recognized by the State of New Jersey.
Certification required as a certified medical assistant or registered medical assistant recognized by the Board of Examiners (AMT, AAMA, NCCT).
Completion of formal coursework in office management, database management, or business.
Six (6) months of previous customer service/data entry, administrative/office management/clerical experience required.
Ability to use effective organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
Ability to create, maintain, and support a high functioning team.
Ability to establish and foster cooperative working relationships with staff and management.
Ability to function effectively as part of a team.
Demonstrates behavior that is courteous, caring, respectful, and compassionate.
Demonstrates ability to listen and respond in a non-judgmental manner.
Demonstrates behavior consistent with the Valley Health System's Behavioral Standards.
Ability to represent the organization positively.
Ability to respect confidentiality of private healthcare, financial, and other company information.
Ability to honor commitments.
Ability to speak constructively about co-workers and the organization.
Ability to assume responsibilities and accountability for job duties and organizational responsibilities.
Ability to support company-wide efforts to improve and maintain a high level of patient/customer satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

Previous MA experience in a clinic, physician's office, or outpatient setting preferred.
BCLS certification preferred upon hire, will be required.
Understanding of the operations of a medical practice preferred.
Strong orientation towards the provisions of high quality, cost effective and comprehensive medical care.

Responsibilities

Perform direct clinical activities including patient intake, blood draw, pharmacy calls, EKG, and physician-required tests.
Accurately document patient information in an EMR system.
Maintain close working relationships with all practice staff to ensure proper workflow, care, and treatment.
Perform front desk activities: greeting, registering patients, ensuring insurance compliance, and collecting payments.
Maintain the daily patient schedule.
Answer incoming calls, schedule appointments, handle medication refills, and relay inquiries.
Coordinate with clinical staff on special needs and ensure proper patient flow.
Support the Practice and professional staff as directed by the Practice Manager.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription
Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (varies)
Wellness Time Off
Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities