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

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, Bergen 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.

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.

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

Greets all patients, families, and visitors with a positive attitude.

Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications 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. Bilingual candidates preferred. Spanish, Polish or Korean

Education High School diploma or equivalent required. 1-2 years of college preferred. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required.

Certified or Registered MA accepted.