Medical Assistant Back Office

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Medical Assistant to join our Pain Management team. This back-office role involves providing essential support to healthcare providers and ensuring smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient intakes and manage room loading.
• Room patients and assist the provider in patient care.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down office procedures.
• Measure manual blood pressure.
• Update inboxes and scan documents for the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Sterilize medical instruments and update medication charts.
• Restock rooms and supply closets, and complete inventory management.
• Triage phone calls for physician and patient inquiries.
• Update patient records and input orders into the EMR, preferably using Athena.
• Maintain and update electronic medical records.

• Completion of a Medical Assisting Course.
• At least 6 months of medical assisting experience.
• Experience with EMR systems, preferably Athena or Epic.
• High school diploma or GED.

• Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience in Pain Management or Orthopedics is preferred.
• High-volume experience is advantageous.
• Strong customer service and bedside skills.
• Ability to multitask, solve problems, and manage patient flow efficiently.

The position operates Monday through Friday, with a shorter shift on Monday afternoons due to procedural work, and full days from Tuesday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasionally, you may be required to work on a Saturday if added to the schedule. You will be the only Medical Assistant working with the doctor in a fast-paced environment, handling both hands-on patient rooming and administrative tasks. You will work with patients repeatedly, building long-term relationships.

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 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $19 - $24