Medical Assistant Front Office

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for the front office who will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and exceptional patient experiences. You will utilize Medent as an EMR for patient records, welcoming patients as they arrive, managing the appointment calendar, and handling incoming calls. You will verify patient insurance coverage and assist patients with check-in and check-out procedures, ensuring accurate and confidential maintenance of patient records.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Medent as the EMR system for patient records.
• Welcome patients upon arrival and ensure they feel comfortable and informed.
• Manage the appointment calendar and coordinate with medical staff.
• Handle incoming calls and address patient inquiries.
• Verify patient insurance coverage.
• Organize workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain and update patient records accurately.
• Process insurance claims, create invoices, and manage patient billing.
• Provide patients with information on treatments, medications, and post-procedure care.
• Order and manage medical supplies and equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient office operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience with EMR systems, especially Medent.
• Medical assisting and medical reception skills.
• Medical receptionist or front office experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Orthopedic experience is strongly preferred.

Work Environment

Work shifts from Monday to Friday with one weekend per quarter, starting between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM for an 8-hour shift. Weekend shifts are from 8 AM to 12 PM. You will work one evening shift per week from 12 PM to 8 PM once trained. The primary location is Sparta, with occasional visits to other sites. Expect a busy environment handling 20-40 patients a day. Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work culture, with opportunities for learning and development within a large yet close-knit network. Benefits include a 401K match, high PTO packages, and team bonding activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparta, New Jersey.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sparta,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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