Medical Office Assistant

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health Sleep Clinic in Salem, Oregon is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to greet patients, manage scheduling, registration, and insurance verification, and ensure a welcoming, low-stress arrival. You will verify orders, register patients accurately, handle no-shows, collect payments, obtain authorizations, maintain HIPAA-compliant records, and support data entry for reporting.

Previous outpatient front office experience and EPIC familiarity are preferred; schedule is 7:00 am–5:30 pm,

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or Equivalent or 5 years' experience in a healthcare setting.
• Exceptional computer skills and the ability to quickly master multiple computer programs.
• Knowledge of business and office machines such as fax, telephone, computer and printer, copier as well as reception skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and visitors.
• Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and referrals.
• Manage phone calls and messages professionally.
• Verify orders and register patients accurately.
• Handle no-shows and late arrivals.
• Verify insurance, collect payments, and obtain authorizations.
• Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Enter charges and manage work queues.
• Update scheduling templates as needed.
• Compile data for reporting and performance tracking.
• Order and maintain supplies efficiently.

Skills

Exceptional computer skills

Reception skills

Education

High school Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Location:Salem Health Sleep Clinic,875 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97302
Department:Sleep Clinic
Position Type:Full Time, 40 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule:7:00 am - 5:30 pm, four 10-hour shifts/week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Friday

Your role with us

The medical office assistant plays a vital role in supporting patients by ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from the moment they arrive. By managing scheduling, registration, insurance verification, and communication with care and accuracy, you will be helping patients access the services they need with minimal stress or delay. Your attention to detail and compassionate service directly impacts patient satisfaction, comfort, and trust in their overall care experience.

What you'll do

• Greet and assist patients and visitors.
• Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and referrals.
• Manage phone calls and messages professionally.
• Verify orders and register patients accurately.
• Handle no-shows and late arrivals.
• Verify insurance, collect payments, and obtain authorizations.
• Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Enter charges and manage work queues.
• Update scheduling templates as needed.
• Compile data for reporting and performance tracking.
• Order and maintain supplies efficiently.

Required qualifications

• High school Diploma or Equivalent or 5 years' experience in a healthcare setting.
• Exceptional computer skills and the ability to quickly master multiple computer programs.
• Knowledge of business and office machines such as fax, telephone, computer and printer, copier as well as reception skills.

Additional information

• Previous outpatient medical clinic front office experience preferred.
• Previous EPIC experience is preferred.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].