Medical Assistant - Florham Park

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant - Florham Park
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and eager-to-learn Medical Assistant to join a hand surgeon's team. This role is perfect for someone who is hardworking, easy to collaborate with, and ready to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for any necessary scans.
• Take and record patient vitals accurately.
• Send imaging orders and cases to radiology or MRI departments.
• Guide patients on the next steps for follow-up scans or appointments.
• Schedule follow-up visits or imaging as required.
• Coordinate with the surgical scheduler and patients if surgery is necessary.
• Follow up with patients to complete necessary forms or documentation.
• Reschedule patient appointments when needed.
• Prepare charts for both physician and physician assistant patients.
• Update and manage Athena EMR buckets.
• Send lab results to the appropriate providers.
• Close out Physical Therapy notes.
• Maintain and update EMR inboxes and patient records.
• Restock exam rooms and supply closets, and manage inventory.

• Experience in medical assisting and patient care.
• Proficiency in using EMR systems, preferably Athena or Epic.
• Ability to take and record vitals.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong customer service and bedside skills.
• Team player with a willingness to learn.

• Certified Medical Assistant preferred, but not required.
• Flexibility with shift timings is crucial.

The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with a 40-hour workweek and occasional Saturday morning shifts from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, up to twice a month. Availability should be from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, working 8-hour shifts (e.g., 7:30 am to 4:00 pm). You will work in an orthopedic office setting, providing outpatient care, which allows for building long-term relationships with patients. The average daily patient volume is approximately 50. The environment is supportive of professional growth, with opportunities to advance within a large healthcare organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Florham Park, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Florham Park,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

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