Medical Office Assistant - Radiology Admin

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a Radiology Administrative Assistant to support patient care and front-office operations in a busy imaging department on the third shift. You will greet patients, schedule appointments, verify demographics and insurance, collect payments, and maintain accurate EHR records.

This role requires a high school diploma, strong communication, HIPAA awareness, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a medical office or outpatient setting preferred.
• Familiarity with EHR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in patients and visitors in a professional manner.
• Schedule, confirm, and coordinate patient appointments using scheduling systems.
• Collect and verify patient demographics, insurance, and billing information.
• Process co-pays and assist with billing inquiries.
• Answer calls and route questions to appropriate staff.
• Assist patients with intake forms and consent documents.
• Update patient records in EHR and scan/upload documents as needed.
• Verify insurance eligibility and help with claims processing.
• Order and monitor office and medical supplies inventory.
• Support HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and safety standards.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement activities.

Skills

EHR proficiency

Written & verbal comms

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Radiology Admin | Kettering | Full-time | Third Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Medical Office Assistant supports patient care, safety, and access by performing administrative tasks in a medical office or outpatient setting. This role ensures efficient front office operations, accurate recordkeeping, and a welcoming environment for patients and visitors. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Basic computer proficiency, including use of electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Customer service orientation
• Basic understanding of medical terminology
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations

Essential Functions

• Greet and check in patients and visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
• Schedule, confirm, and coordinate patient appointments using electronic scheduling systems.
• Collect and verify patient demographic, insurance, and billing information; process co-payments and assist with billing inquiries.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls, responding to patient questions or routing calls appropriately.
• Assist patients in completing intake forms and consent documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update patient records in the electronic health record (EHR) system, scanning and uploading documents as needed.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits, and assist with processing insurance claims.
• Order and monitor inventory of office and medical supplies, notifying appropriate staff of low stock.
• Support compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and organizational safety standards.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement activities as requested.

Competencies

• Employee demonstrates proficiency in Outlook.
• Employee demonstrates proficiency in Word
• Employee demonstrates proficiency in Teams
• Employee demonstrates consistent Hand Hygiene practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a medical office administration program from an accredited institution.
• One year of experience in a medical office, outpatient clinic, or healthcare administrative support role.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.