Medical Assistant

Allied Digestive Health • Englewood Cliffs, NJ

3h • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports patient care and the medical team at The Gastroenterology Group of Northern New Jersey in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. The role helps ensure efficient healthcare services and a welcoming patient environment. Duties include taking vital signs, performing venipuncture, maintaining electronic health records, communicating with patients and healthcare professionals, and supporting the delivery of quality care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a healthcare setting or similar role.
• Basic computer skills.
• Medical assisting skills and the ability to measure vital signs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a medical assistant training program.
• Experience in a healthcare setting, particularly gastroenterology.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Take and accurately record patients’ vital signs and medical histories.
• Maintain electronic health records and ensure patient information is current and confidential.
• Answer multi-line phone calls, schedule appointments, and respond professionally to patient inquiries.
• Use critical thinking to assist with patient care and address issues that arise during appointments.
• Perform venipuncture.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Time-off benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k)
• Commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED