• Medical Assistant

    Actalent (Millburn, NJ)


    Job Title: Medical Assistant

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our team. The role involves managing both front and back office responsibilities, ensuring efficient triage of patients, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. You will play a crucial role in patient care, assisting with procedures, and providing support to our healthcare providers.

    Responsibilities

    + Triage patients and manage front and back office responsibilities.

    + Room patients and ensure rooms are stocked and cleaned between visits.

    + Collect patient vitals using an automatic blood pressure cuff.

    + Utilize EMR systems, specifically Health Fusion, for documentation and updates.

    + Input imaging requests and print scripts and orders for the doctor.

    + Ask HPI-related questions to assess pain and document responses accurately.

    + Communicate patient HPI answers to providers and update them as needed.

    + Scribe for doctors when required.

    + Collect patient consent for treatments and procedures.

    + Answer incoming calls and voicemails from patients, taking appropriate action.

    + Review blood work prior to scheduled patient appointments.

    + Assist in procedures by obtaining consent, preparing carts, and sterilizing instruments.

    + Collaborate with all providers in the practice.

    + Prepare patient charts ahead of appointments, ensuring necessary documentation and imaging are complete.

    + Collect urine specimens, manage narcotic agreements and screeners, and track related paperwork.

    + Demonstrate a willingness to learn, take notes, and maintain interest in anatomy.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in medical assisting, particularly in back office roles.

    + Proficiency in patient care and electronic health record systems.

    + Strong understanding of medical terminology.

    + Experience in pain management or strong in orthopedics and spine.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Interest in hands-on medical assisting roles and pain management.

    + Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credentials are advantageous.

    Work Environment

    The office operates from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Flexibility to start as early as 7:45 AM or later in the day is available. A 30-minute unpaid lunch break is provided. This is a hands-on position offering ample learning opportunities about procedures for pain management and anatomy. The environment is supportive, especially for those considering further education in medical or physician assistant school.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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 Millburn,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

    About Actalent

    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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.