Medical Front Desk & Scheduling Specialist

Atrium Health; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Front Office Assistant to manage essential clerical duties in a medical practice. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, handle calls, and ensure accurate filing and data entry.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year medical office assistant course and prior front desk experience in a medical setting. Knowledge of ICD-9/CPT coding and medical terminology is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A two-year post-secondary course for medical office assistant is preferred.
• Prior front desk experience in a medical office setting is expected.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9/CPT coding is required.
• Accurate typing and filing skills are needed.
• Experience with medical office information systems and electronic billing is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Handle front desk clerical duties for the medical practice.
• Answer telephone calls and schedule appointments.
• Assist with filing, copying, and other routine office tasks.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD/CPT coding

Typing

Filing

Telephone skills

Customer service

Communication

Electronic billing

Office software

Education

High school diploma / GED

Two year medical office assistant course

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Front Office Assistant to manage essential clerical duties in a medical practice. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, handle calls, and ensure accurate filing and data entry.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year medical office assistant course and prior front desk experience in a medical setting. Knowledge of ICD-9/CPT coding and medical terminology is required.