Search jobs > Newark, NJ > Medical office assistant

Medical Office Assistant, Pediatrics

University Hospital Newark
Newark, NJ, US
$21,63 an hour
Full-time

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Medical Office Assistant position is to provide support with the daily activities of the clinic including answering phones and routing calls, scheduling appointments, patient referrals, greeting and registering patients.

Responds to requests and questions from hospitals, patients and referring physician offices. Assists with billing and record retention activities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred. Two (2) years of progressively responsible clerical experience, including receptionist and scheduling duties required.

Experience in medical office setting including some billing preferred. Computer skills (proficient w / MS Office & experience w / electronic registration and medical record systems) and excellent customer service skills required.

Ability to multi-task and to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) preferred.

Customer Service : Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service;

responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills : Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting;

keeps emotions under control; remains open to change.

Teamwork : Exhibits objectivity & openness to other’s views; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to add & subtract three & four digit numbers and to multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and in problem solving standardized situations.

Join our Talent Community!

to receive updates on new opportunities and future events.

30+ days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Tribeca Pediatrics
Jersey City, New Jersey

Tribeca Pediatrics Medical Assistants provide direct patient care to children in a clinical setting. Medical assistants are responsible for administering labs, screenings, drawing up vaccines and medications. They also maintain the medical inventory and supplies of the office and ensure a clean, fun...

Promoted
HealthPlus Staffing
Newark, New Jersey

HealthPlus Staffing is partnering with a respected Pediatrics clinic in Chatham, NJ, to find a dedicated and experienced Lead Medical Assistant. This role is ideal for a compassionate and skilled Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with a background in Pediatrics, especially in a leadership capacity. ...

Promoted
ADVANCED PEDIATRICS GROUP
Hackensack, New Jersey

We are looking for a Medical Assistant with experience in Pediatrics to work in the clinical setting prepping patients - administration of vaccines, and Spanish are a Plus. We are seeking a Medical Assistant Certified to become a part of our team!. Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical s...

Promoted
Advocare
Fort Lee, New Jersey

Maintaining medical supplies inventory and performing preventive maintenance to keep the medical equipment operating. As part of the team, you'll work side-by-side with forward-thinking professionals who strive to provide the highest quality medical care by meeting and exceeding standards for clinic...

Summit Health
Verona, New Jersey

The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physician, PA or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care and procedures. Medical Assistant certificate or completion of a MA program required. Medical office experience preferred. Appropriately adheres to universal safety precaution...

Progressive Pediatrics
Bayonne, New Jersey

We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at Progressive Pediatrics in North Jersey. Certified Medical Assistant . Join Our Team at Progressive Pediatrics!. North Jersey (In-Office Locations)   . ...

University Hospital Newark
Newark, New Jersey

The primary purpose of the Medical Office Assistant position is to provide support with the daily activities of the clinic including answering phones and routing calls, scheduling appointments, patient referrals, greeting and registering patients. Experience in medical office setting including some ...

GRACE MEDICAL GROUP LL
Rahway, New Jersey

A Psychiatrist’s office seeking a part-time or full time Office Assistant. Responsibilities Include Answering phone calls Scheduling patient appointments  Collecting co-payments and deductibles Verifying health insurance Maintaining the day-to-day office needs Required Qualifications Computer p...

University Hospital Newark
Newark, New Jersey

The primary purpose of the Medical Office Assistant position is to provide support with the daily activities of the clinic including answering phones and routing calls, scheduling appointments, patient referrals, greeting and registering patients. Experience in medical office setting including some ...

University Hospital Newark
Newark, New Jersey

The primary purpose of the Medical Office Assistant position is to provide support with the daily activities of the clinic including answering phones and routing calls, scheduling appointments, patient referrals, greeting and registering patients. Experience in medical office setting including some ...