Medical Office Assistant, Woodburn Clinic

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks a part-time Medical Office Assistant for the Woodburn Clinic to support patient flow, scheduling, registration, and insurance verifications. The role emphasizes accuracy, compassionate service, and efficient handling of appointments, referrals, and communications to ensure a smooth patient experience.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent (or 5 years in healthcare) and offers a non-exempt schedule with 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and visitors.
• Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and referrals.
• Manage phone calls and messages professionally.
• Verify orders and register patients accurately.
• Handle no-shows and late arrivals.
• Verify insurance, collect payments, and obtain authorizations.
• Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Enter charges and manage work queues.
• Update scheduling templates as needed.
• Compile data for reporting and performance tracking.
• Order and maintain supplies efficiently.

Education

High school Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Medical Office Assistant, Woodburn Clinic - 18503

US:OR:Woodburn | Administrative / Clerical Support | Part Time

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Description

Location: Salem Health Medical Clinic Woodburn, 105 N Arney Rd #103, Woodburn, OR 97071
Department:Family Medicine Woodburn Clinic
Position Type:Part time, 20 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 10 Hour shifts, Saturday - Sunday
Your role with us

The medical office assistant plays a vital role in supporting patients by ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from the moment they arrive. By managing scheduling, registration, insurance verification, and communication with care and accuracy, you will be helping patients access the services they need with minimal stress or delay. Your attention to detail and compassionate service directly impacts patient satisfaction, comfort, and trust in their overall care experience

What you'll do

• Greet and assist patients and visitors.
• Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and referrals.
• Manage phone calls and messages professionally.
• Verify orders and register patients accurately.
• Handle no-shows and late arrivals.
• Verify insurance, collect payments, and obtain authorizations.
• Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Enter charges and manage work queues.
• Update scheduling templates as needed.
• Compile data for reporting and performance tracking.
• Order and maintain supplies efficiently.

Required qualifications

• High school Diploma or Equivalent or 5 years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Additional information

• Previous clerk, office and/ or administrative assistant work preferred.
• Previous medical experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a multi specialty clinic preferred.

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].