Medical Front Office Coordinator

US Heart & Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Medical in Houston, TX seeks a Medical Front Office Coordinator to oversee daily front desk operations, scheduling, and patient flow.

You will manage appointments and referrals within the EHR system, maintaining HIPAA-compliant patient records and acting as a liaison between patients, providers, and insurers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years in medical office or healthcare settings.
• Proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other) preferred but not required.
• Certification in medical office administration or healthcare management preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily office operations including scheduling and front desk activities.
• Manage patient appointments, follow-ups, and referrals using EHR systems.
• Maintain accurate patient records and HIPAA confidentiality.
• Serve as liaison between patients, providers, and insurance companies.
• Oversee billing processes, insurance verifications, and authorizations.
• Monitor inventory and order medical and office supplies as needed.
• Ensure medical equipment is operational and properly maintained.
• Support onboarding and training of new administrative staff.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining office policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.

Skills

EHR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Medical terminology

Insurance processes

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in healthcare

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Front Office Coordinator to join our team at Orion Medical in Houston, TXResponsibilities:• Coordinate daily office operations, including scheduling, patient flow, and front desk activities.• Manage patient appointments, follow-ups, and referrals using electronic health records (EHR) systems.• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and ensure confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.• Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, and insurance companies.• Oversee billing processes, insurance verifications, and authorizations.• Monitor inventory and order medical and office supplies as needed.• Ensure all medical equipment is operational and properly maintained.• Support onboarding and training of new administrative staff.• Assist in implementing and maintaining office policies and procedures.• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.Requirements:• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or related field preferred.• 2+ years of experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.• Proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes.• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) is preferred but not required.• Certification in medical office administration or healthcare management is preferred but not required.Why Choose Us?Comprehensive benefits packageMonday-Friday scheduleCME allowanceAbout Houston, TX:Houston is a diverse city with a booming job market in energy, healthcare, and tech. It has no state income tax, an affordable cost of living, and world-class dining and entertainment. Green spaces, museums, and pro sports teams add to its appeal. Whether for career growth or culture, Houston has it all