Medical Office Assistant - Premier Womens Care

LifePoint Health; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Office Assistant to enhance patient care and support front office operations. This role involves managing appointments, maintaining medical supplies, and ensuring accurate patient data entry. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services in a supportive environment. With a focus on teamwork and professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits and a full-time schedule. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

HSA

401(k)

Generous Paid Time Off

Insurance Options

Prescription Assistance

Income Protection Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment.
• Critical thinking and decisive judgment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support front office operations, including scheduling appointments and collecting co-pays.
• Maintain medical supplies and examination areas efficiently.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Medical Office Assistant - Premier Women’s Care (7462-9703)

Location: Rutherfordton, NC

Organization: Rutherford Regional Health System in partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

Description: Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility offering a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services. Our mission is to provide caring, professional healthcare through teamwork among our medical staff and employees. Our partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare combines clinical excellence with extensive healthcare resources to serve Rutherford County communities.

Facilities include: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Rutherford Family Care, Rutherford East Family Care, Forest City Family Care, Chase Family Care, Polk Medical Specialties, Rutherford Orthopedics, Rutherford Urology, Rutherford Children’s Care, Premier Women’s Care, The Mammography Place, and Rutherford Surgical Associates.

Position Overview: Medical Office Assistants at RRHS Physician Practices support front office operations, including obtaining referrals and pre-certifications, collecting co-pays and missing patient data, scheduling appointments, and coding fee slips.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain examination areas.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Review provider orders before patient departure.
• Obtain informed consent for invasive procedures.
• Schedule referral appointments as instructed by providers.
• Maintain patient information in the computer system.
• Schedule and register patients, ensuring accurate data entry.
• Post charges, complete paperwork, and collect copays, deductibles, and balances.
• Assist with end-of-day balancing, closing, and deposit preparations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently are essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Benefits: Wide range of benefits including HSA, 401(k), generous paid time off, insurance options, prescription assistance, income protection programs, employee assistance programs, and discounts.

Why Join Us? We value our employees as our most important asset. Join our growing team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Work Schedule: Full-time, day shift, 7-10 hours per shift, weekdays only.