Medical Front Desk Specialist: Patient-Focused Admin

Advocate Health; Cedartown (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Cedartown, GA is seeking a Front Office Assistant to perform clerical functions for the medical practice, including telephone responsibilities, scheduling, and filing. The role supports the business operations of the clinic and requires strong communication skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a post-secondary medical office assistant program preferred to enhance capabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year post-secondary course for medical office assistant preferred.
• Experience with front desk responsibilities in a medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9/CPT coding is required.
• Accurate typing and filing skills required.
• Experience in medical office information systems and electronic billing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle telephone duties and patient scheduling.
• Perform clerical tasks such as filing and copying.
• Assist with administrative tasks in the medical office.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary medical office assistant course preferred

Tools

Medical office software

Job description

Advocate Health in Cedartown, GA is seeking a Front Office Assistant to perform clerical functions for the medical practice, including telephone responsibilities, scheduling, and filing. The role supports the business operations of the clinic and requires strong communication skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a post-secondary medical office assistant program preferred to enhance capabilities.