Medical Office Assistant

One GI®; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent paid time off for a healthy/

401(k) employer match

Education reimbursement

Internal growth opportunities

Health and supplemental benefits (FSA,

Referral bonus

Job summary

Digestive Health Specialist is hiring a Medical Office Assistant to join our Tupelo clinic. The role focuses on front desk duties, patient check-in, scheduling, and basic EMR data entry, contributing to a smooth patient flow and accurate record keeping.

We value a high school diploma, familiarity with medical terminology, and prior front office experience. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Prior experience working in a front office capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, assess their needs and direct them appropriately.
• Answer phone as needed.
• Verify and/or enter patient demographic information in the EMR.
• Check for necessary referrals.
• Have forms completed, signed, and assemble patient charts.

Skills

Front desk experience

Multitasking

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Ready to grow your skills and love where you work? Looking for a place where you can build your career and be part of a team that actually feels like a team! Have you been looking for a place to grow your skillset? Or perhaps you are looking for a place to develop your career surrounded by a diverse group where employees feel a sense of belonging. At Digestive Health Specialist we are championing the power of inclusivity and a people first mentality. We hope to improve the human experience – from our patients to our colleagues. If you are interested in joining our culture, we’re looking for a full-time Medical Office Assistant in our clinic located at Must have previous experience working in a front office setting and knowledge of medical terminology is a BONUS.

A Little About Us

DHS is a team of gastroenterologists and allied health professionals with a proven track record of providing excellent care that families can count on. We specialize in treating the full range of digestive diseases and endeavor to provide exceptional care, for every patient, every time. We are powered by One GI®, a true collaboration of the very best clinical and business minds – which enables us to focus on what’s truly important – our patients.

Awesome Perks, Just for You!

• Excellent paid time off for a healthy work/life balance.
• We’ve got your future in mind! With our generous 401(k) plan, we’ll help you grow your nest egg with an employer match that makes saving for retirement even sweeter.
• Looking to further your education? We want to help! We offer education reimbursement opportunities, with generous annual support based on your employment status.
• Internal growth opportunities. We want to aide in your training and development.
• Competitive health and supplemental benefits; with FSA and HSA options.
• Love where you work? Spread the word! Refer a friend who’d be a great fit for One GI® and earn a special bonus when they join the team!

Snapshot of Daily Duties

• Greet patients and visitors, assessing their needs and direct them appropriately.
• Answer phone as needed.
• Verify and/or enter all patient demographic information in the EMR.
• Check for necessary referrals.
• Have appropriate forms completed, signed, and assemble patient charts.
• Schedule patients for office visits, procedures, and other x-rays and tests as requested.
• Collect co-pays, deductibles, and balances at time of visit.
• Confirm all patient office visits and procedures for next business day.
• Manage and update patient records.
• Maintain the front desk and reception areas.

The Must Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Prior experience working in a front office capacity preferred.

If you're ready to bring your energy, organization skills, and smile to a place that values you—we’d love to have you on the team. Let’s do great work together—and have some fun while we’re at it!