Medical Office Assistant

Lifepoint Health®; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PTO

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) match

Well-being programs

Career development

Discount programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health's Rutherford Regional Health System seeks a Medical Office Assistant to join our team in Rutherfordton, NC. You will greet patients, manage check-in/check-out, collect payments, and coordinate referrals, while maintaining accurate records and providing compassionate support to patients and providers.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task in a busy clinic, and a commitment to high-quality patient care as part of a broader Lifepoint Health

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in medical front office preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and communicate with patients and providers.
• Coordinate workflow and keep office records updated.
• Complete check-in/check-out processes and update demographics/insurance.
• Collect copays and outstanding balances.
• Schedule referrals and notify patients as needed.
• Prepare for appointments and manage phone inquiries.

Skills

Medical terminology

Front office experience

Critical thinking

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our experience matters Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Office Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

At Forest City Family Care, we are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive healthcare for patients from adolescence through older adulthood. Our team focuses on preventive care, wellness, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions while building lasting relationships with the individuals and families we serve. From annual wellness exams, sick visits, immunizations, and preventive screenings to medication management, allergy treatment, healthy lifestyle education, and ongoing chronic disease care, we are dedicated to helping our patients achieve their best health at every stage of life.

How You'll Contribute

A Medical Office Assistant who excels in this role:

• Greets visitors and communicates with patients and providers.
• Coordinates workflow and complies records of office activities.
• Completes all aspects of check-in/check-out process.
• Enters and updates patient demographics and insurance information.
• Collects any copay/coinsurance balances for current visit and any outstanding balance from patients.
• Complete pre-appointment checklists and prepares accordingly.
• Places, answers, and directs phone calls and distributes messages. Including retrieval and distribution of answering service messages.
• Keeps office area neat and tidy.
• Monitors and maintains log of needed office supplies.
• Handles information requests, including reviewing files and records, answering inquiries, and responding to incoming work requests.
• Monitors and addresses all front office task buckets in a timely manner.
• Schedule referrals for patients to be seen by other physicians/specialists as ordered. Send all records needed and notify patient as needed.
• Completes other tasks, within scope of position, as delegated by the practice leads, supervisors, managers and Market director.

Schedule

Full Time, Days

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

What We're Looking For

• Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical front office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

More About Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility that has been offering exceptional care to Rutherford County for over 100 years. Offering a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care, Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.

EEOC Statement

Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran