MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRACTICE LEAD | OPHTHALMOLOGY |FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT | 25340

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • Paramus, NJ

17d • $28

About The Position

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse
community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive
work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a
collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Medical
Assistant Lead.

Under the direction of the practice manager is responsible for the
administrative management of the off-site practice.

Requirements

• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant from NHA, AMCA, AMT.
• BLS Certification required.
• 3-5 years’ experience working in an ambulatory care setting or private practice.
• Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, billing practices and coding.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proficient with MS Office Suites.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual candidates preferred. Spanish, Polish or Korean
• 1-2 years of college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Opens and closes the practice location.
• Functions as the Medical Assistant for the practice
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic procedures such as venipuncture, urinalysis, glucose, hemoglobin, and electrocardiogram.
• Keeps patient exam rooms, medication and medical supply rooms efficiently stocked and organized.
• Coordinate the inventory, ordering, and supply stock maintenance of medical supplies using appropriate systems and in collaboration with the Practice Manager.
• Arrives, schedules and registers patients who present for care.
• Receives and records accurate demographic, financial and insurance information for all patients presenting for care.
• Verifies all information and updates the patient information in the computer as necessary.
• Collects payments for deposits including co-pays and self- pay.
• Conducts post service calls and follow up with patients.
• Follow-up on no show appointments as directed by providers.
• Address site issues and escalates as appropriate to Practice Manager.
• Participates in the marketing activities and community outreach.
• Participates in educational programs, quality improvement and in-service meetings
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the hospital.
• Greets all patients, families, and visitors with a positive attitude.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees