Medical Office Assistant

Memorial Physician Practices; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Paris, Texas is seeking a full-time front office support professional. The role involves managing patient information, scheduling appointments, and ensuring smooth office operations. Ideal candidates will possess critical thinking skills and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides front office support including obtaining referrals and scheduling appointments.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering and stocking.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Paris Regional Medical Center is a 154-bed general acute-care hospital with cutting edge equipment and robust service lines. Paris Regional is a Level III Trauma Facility, Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Advanced Primary Stroke Care certified, and our orthopedic outcomes are in the top 5% in the nation.

Where We Are:

A small town with views of a historic downtown community, Paris, Texas is the second largest Paris in the World. With something for everyone, you can picnic at the Eiffel Tower, find vintage treasures and unique boutiques downtown, experience delicious local cuisine, and explore historic venues and parks.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

And much more…

Full Time
Provides front office support duties including, but not limited to, obtaining referrals and pre-certifications, collecting co-pays and missing patient data, scheduling appointments, and coding fee slips.
Reports to: Manager, Physician Practices
FLSA: Non-exempt

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
License: None
Certifications: MA certification, preferred

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions
Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
Reviews provider orders prior to patient leaving the clinic.
Obtains informed consent for invasive procedures.
Schedules referral appointments as necessary or as instructed by the provider. Maintains patient information in the computer system.
Schedules and registers patients. Maintains patient information on the computer system.
Post charges, completes paperwork, collects copays, deductibles and account balances.
Assists in the completion of 'end of day balancing/closing' and deposit preparations for courier pickup.
Non-Essential Functions
Demonstrates a working knowledge of infection control policies.
Assists in maintaining office supply inventory. Inventory stock and reorder as necessary. Maintain supply levels that will insure smooth workflow.
Other duties as assigned.

EEOC Statement:

Paris Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.