Medical Office Administrative Specialist

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc. seeks an administrative assistant to support a department or physicians. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, type correspondence, and assist with business tasks while applying medical terminology and insurance knowledge.

Minimal requirements include a high school diploma and about two years in a medical office. The role demands accurate typing, data entry, and basic software knowledge; independence and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years in a medical office setting.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Greets, screens, and directs patients, visitors and internal customers.
• Performs secretarial/clerical duties including typing, dictation, and correspondence.
• Prepares and processes letters; answers routine medical inquiries.
• Performs medical receptionist duties; answers calls and provides information.
• Obtains and updates patient information; supports patients and staff.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing

Data entry

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Office software

Job description

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc. seeks an administrative assistant to support a department or physicians. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, type correspondence, and assist with business tasks while applying medical terminology and insurance knowledge.

Minimal requirements include a high school diploma and about two years in a medical office. The role demands accurate typing, data entry, and basic software knowledge; independence and teamwork are essential.