Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Front Desk Specialist

Coffee Regional Medical C; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffee Regional Medical Center in Valdosta, GA, seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient care, front-desk tasks, and coordi­nation of referrals and tests. The role ensures accurate data entry, scheduling, and patient communication.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, MA certification, and excellent customer service skills. Prior experience in a physician practice is preferred, with strong confidentiality and teamwork values.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Reads and understands English.
• Ability to think critically and analytically with little supervision.
• Ability to work under high stress and conflict and communicate goals.
• Ability to process information and prioritize.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent work habits and self-direction.
• Exposure to OSHA guidelines and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and visitors; collect demographic and insurance information.
• Enter data into the practice management system and schedule appointments.
• Check out patients and collect payments; coordinate referrals and tests.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to office protocols.

Skills

Customer service

English reading

Critical thinking

Communication

Confidentiality

Basic computer literacy

Attendance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Medical assistant certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Practice management system

Job description

Coffee Regional Medical Center in Valdosta, GA, seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient care, front-desk tasks, and coordi­nation of referrals and tests. The role ensures accurate data entry, scheduling, and patient communication.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, MA certification, and excellent customer service skills. Prior experience in a physician practice is preferred, with strong confidentiality and teamwork values.