Part-time Certified Medical Assistant - Front Desk Support

American Family Care Union City

Part-time Certified Medical Assistant - Front Desk Support

Union City, NJ
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position: Certified Medical Assistant – Cross‑Trained (Front Desk & Clinical) Schedule: Part‑Time (includes weekends; weekday shifts as needed) Experience Required: Minimum 1 year Language: Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

    At AFC, we are committed to delivering fast, friendly, and high‑quality patient care. We are seeking a dependable Certified Medical Assistant who is confident supporting both front desk operations and clinical back‑office duties. This is a cross‑trained, hybrid role where you may be scheduled in one area but must be ready to assist the other as clinic needs shift.

    You will play a key role in maintaining smooth patient flow, supporting providers, and ensuring every patient receives the exceptional AFC experience we are known for.

    Responsibilities

    Clinical Duties — Room patients, take vitals, perform point‑of‑care testing, assist providers, prepare exam rooms, maintain cleanliness and readiness, document accurately in EMR

    Front Desk Duties — Check‑in/out, verify insurance, collect copays, answer phones, schedule visits, provide clear and friendly communication

    Cross‑Training — Rotate between front and back office; support the opposite area when patient volume or staffing requires

    Patient Experience — Deliver warm, efficient service to every patient; bilingual Spanish preferred to support our community

    Team Support — Work collaboratively with providers, MAs, and administrative staff to maintain AFC standards and clinic flow

    Qualifications

    Certified Medical Assistant with active certification

    Minimum 1 year of experience in a medical office, urgent care, or similar setting

    Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

    Strong communication and customer‑service skills

    Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment

    Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working weekends

    Positive attitude and willingness to support wherever needed

    Why Join AFC

    Supportive, team‑oriented environment

    Meaningful patient interaction in both clinical and administrative roles

    Consistent part‑time schedule with weekend availability