Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical AssistantJob Description

This role supports a busy outpatient sports medicine practice by ensuring exam rooms are fully prepared, patient charts are organized, and clinical workflows run smoothly throughout the day. The medical assistant confirms patient information and vitals, manages chart preparation using the Athena scheduling system, and helps create an efficient and positive experience for both patients and providers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Restock exam rooms daily so that all supplies, equipment, and materials are ready before the physician arrives on site.

• Complete chart preparation the night before clinic sessions, including reviewing the Athena schedule and organizing patient information for the following day.

• Ensure exam rooms are fully set up and ready when the physician walks in, including having x-ray discs loaded in advance so the physician can review imaging without delay.

• Confirm patient vitals and information already documented in the chart, verifying accuracy rather than independently collecting new measurements.

• Prepare rooms between patients by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and readiness for the next visit.

• Support high-volume clinic days, assisting with workflows that may involve up to 100 patients in a day.

• Work closely with a sports medicine surgeon and clinical team to support patients with sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, tendonitis, bursitis, concussions, overuse injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs.

• Provide professional and courteous customer service to patients of all ages, including those seeking injury prevention and physical therapy referrals.

• Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, and other outpatient care staff to maintain a smooth, efficient, and respectful team environment.

• Demonstrate a proactive, cooperative attitude by taking on tasks as needed and contributing to an organized and efficient clinic.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience as a medical assistant in a clinical setting.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential.

• Accredited diploma from a medical assistant school.

• Experience in medical assisting, including room preparation, chart management, and patient flow support.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients and clinical staff.

• Comfort working in a sports medicine practice and handling fast-paced office visits.

• Ability to support outpatient care as either a medical assistant or outpatient care technician.

• Reliable work ethic with a willingness to take initiative and support the team as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical experience is ideal, particularly in an outpatient or sports medicine environment.

• Experience working in a high-volume clinic with a broad range of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions.

• Organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple patients and tasks throughout the day.

• Calm, steady, and mellow demeanor that contributes to a positive team culture and patient experience.

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with highly organized colleagues in nursing and medical assisting roles.

• Positive, flexible attitude and a willingness to say yes to new tasks and responsibilities within the scope of the role.

Work Environment

This position is based in a single outpatient sports medicine clinic in Bridgewater that supports patients with sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, tendonitis, bursitis, concussions, overuse injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs. The clinic operates at a fast pace and may see up to 100 patients per day, primarily under the care of a sports medicine surgeon. You will work with an experienced, highly organized clinical team that includes nurses and medical assistants in a structured, team-oriented environment. The schedule is full-time and guaranteed at 40 hours per week, with hours generally running 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (or 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) on Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (or 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) on Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday. Thursday hours may be adjusted to ensure a consistent 40-hour workweek. The clinic uses the Athena scheduling system and relies on digital imaging, including x-ray discs, to support patient care. The environment is professional, organized, and patient-focused, with an emphasis on efficiency, teamwork, and high-quality outpatient care.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/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 Bridgewater,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

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