Medical Secretary & Assistant — Front Desk + Care Support

DeKalb Health; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

No routine nights or weekends

Company-paid medical, dental, vision

Free care at Arcare clinics

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Arcare in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a Medical Secretary/Medical Assistant to manage front-office duties and provide limited patient services in a fast-paced clinic.

In this full-time hourly role you will answer phones, schedule appointments, collect payments, prepare charts, and assist providers during visits.

A high school diploma is required; prior medical-office experience is preferred. This position offers a supportive team, competitive pay, and benefits such as paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in handling clerical tasks and medical record systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Experience in a medical office setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact by answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, and providing a welcoming experience for all visitors.
• Prepare medical charts and collect necessary third-party payment information.
• Record charges, process payments, and assist in maintaining accurate financial transactions.
• Assist healthcare providers during patient visits, performing designated procedures under the supervision of a physician.
• Provide limited direct patient services, ensuring a positive and efficient patient experience.
• Collaborate with Nursing Support Staff to address front-line clinical and nursing concerns.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Clerical tasks

Medical records

Communication skills

Teamwork

Medical office experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Arcare in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a Medical Secretary/Medical Assistant to manage front-office duties and provide limited patient services in a fast-paced clinic.

In this full-time hourly role you will answer phones, schedule appointments, collect payments, prepare charts, and assist providers during visits.

A high school diploma is required; prior medical-office experience is preferred. This position offers a supportive team, competitive pay, and benefits such as paid holidays.