Front Desk Medical Office Assistant - Part Time, 9–5

Atlantic Health; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Atlantic Health, a multispecialty physician-led network in northern and central New Jersey, seeks a Medical Office Associate I (Per Diem, Days) to support front desk operations, scheduling, and billing coordination. The role includes patient communications, appointment coordination, and maintaining accurate health records across multiple sites.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, 3+ years in a medical office, strong Excel skills, and a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a medical office.
• 2+ years of administrative experience.
• Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week.
• Must be willing to travel to coverage locations as needed.
• Basic understanding of Excel (ie: data entry, color coding, spreadsheet navigation).
• Strong communication and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients for case histories prior to appointments.
• Schedules and coordinates appointments.
• Accurately updates and maintains patients' health records.
• Verifies insurance coverage and assists the billing department with processing claims.
• Communicates test results to patients when directed by physicians or nursing professionals.
• Ensures contacting patients regarding appointments, answering billing questions.
• Assists patients with re-scheduling appointments and other scheduling issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Front desk reception

Administrative experience

Excel

Scheduling

Communication skills

HIPA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Medical Office Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Atlantic Health, a multispecialty physician-led network in northern and central New Jersey, seeks a Medical Office Associate I (Per Diem, Days) to support front desk operations, scheduling, and billing coordination. The role includes patient communications, appointment coordination, and maintaining accurate health records across multiple sites.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, 3+ years in a medical office, strong Excel skills, and a patient-centered approach.