Medical Office Assistant - Front Desk & Patient Care

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties within a busy medical practice. The role supports patient care, clerical tasks, and front-office operations to ensure smooth daily operations.

The position is hourly and requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong interpersonal communication to assist providers and patients across clinical and administrative workflows.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Some knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Works in both the clinical and front office functions of the practice providing clerical and assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care support activities.
• Performs duties in accordance with the specific needs of the practice.
• Contributes to smooth patient flow and accurate record keeping.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties within a busy medical practice. The role supports patient care, clerical tasks, and front-office operations to ensure smooth daily operations.

The position is hourly and requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong interpersonal communication to assist providers and patients across clinical and administrative workflows.