Medical Office Assistant | FT | Weekdays | Sutherland Cardiology

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Germantown, TN is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to support front desk operations in the ambulatory/clinic setting. You will greet patients, triage calls, register patients in the EMR, prepare chart contents, and assist with the patient portal.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent, basic medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to work without close supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Insurance verifications or authorizations experience preferred (1–3 years).
• Physician office scheduling experience preferred (1–3 years).
• Experience with patient portal and front desk operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Register patients and update demographics in the EMR.
• Schedule new appointments and confirm upcoming visits.
• Collect co-pays and insurance data for accurate payments.
• Greet patients and visitors and respond to inquiries at the front desk.

Skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

Verbal communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. An important part of the patient care team, an MOA consistently exhibits the core principles of patient-and family-centered care. The Medical Office Assistant works closely with patients and families, management, staff and clinicians and is responsible for the success of all front desk functions in the ambulatory/clinic site. Common duties of this position include answering the phone, triaging patient calls, registering patients in the EMR, preparation of chart contents, records retrieval and filing, collecting payments from responsible party, and assisting patients with the patient portal. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in the The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

An important part of the patient care team, an MOA consistently exhibits the core principles of patient-and family-centered care. The Medical Office Assistant works closely with patients and families, management, staff and clinicians and is responsible for the success of all front desk functions in the ambulatory/clinic site. Common duties of this position include answering the phone, triaging patient calls, registering patients in the EMR, preparation of chart contents, records retrieval and filing, collecting payments from responsible party, and assisting patients with the patient portal. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in the The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information. Schedules new appointments as needed and makes confirmation calls to patients with upcoming appointments. Collects co-pays and insurance data to ensure full and proper payment. Manages the front desk area by greeting patients and visitors and responding to request for information in person or by phone. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Work Experience Requirements Preferred - Insurance verifications or authorizations 1-3 years
• Preferred - Physician office 1-3 years
• Preferred - Scheduling 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Preferred - Certified Medical Office Assistant National Center for Competency Testing
• Preferred - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant National Healthcareer Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of coding preferred.
• Knowledge of general business operations, scheduling, insurance, and coding.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs and standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with others.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as PC, copier, fax machine, printer.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to provide customer service consistent with MLH values.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There is no lead or supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.